Infant Mortality Rate: Oman

Analysis# Oman Infant Mortality Rate Oman's infant mortality rate stands at 8.3 per 1,000 births in 2024, marking both the lowest figure in its recorded history and a dramatic improvement from 1960's peak of 238.9 per 1,000 births. Over six decades, the country has achieved a 96.5% reduction in infant mortality, reflecting substantial gains in public health infrastructure, maternal care, and child survival rates. The decline accelerated throughout the 2010s and 2020s, with consistent year-over-year improvements. Between 2015 and 2024, mortality fell from 9.0 to 8.3 per 1,000 births, demonstrating sustained progress in child health outcomes. The steady downward trajectory suggests Oman continues advancing its healthcare systems and maintaining low mortality levels among infants.