In 2023, Germany's under 5 mortality rate stood at approximately 3.7 deaths per thousand live births. The forecast for 2024 to 2028 shows a slight decline from 3.6 to 3.5. This indicates a stable yet gradually improving trend in reducing under 5 mortality rates. Year-on-year variation from 2023 to 2024 is approximately 2.7%. Over the last two years, the rate shows a decline trend of approximately 1.35% per year on average. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately -1.08%.
Trends to watch include advancements in healthcare technologies, improved maternal health services, and public health initiatives aimed at reducing infant mortality. Monitoring the impact of socioeconomic factors and government policies will be crucial for future developments in the under 5 mortality rate in Germany.
