Number of deaths in Poland 1950-2024
The number of deaths in Poland reached nearly 409,000 in 2024 and slightly decreased compared to the previous year. In 2023, nearly 11 people per 1000 inhabitants died.
Leading causes of death and demographic patterns
Cardiovascular diseases continue to be the primary cause of death in Poland, accounting for 37 percent of all fatalities in 2023. Malignant tumors were responsible for approximately one in four deaths, highlighting the need for continued focus on prevention and treatment of these major health issues. The gender distribution of deaths showed a slight disparity, with over 209,400 deaths among men and 199,500 among women recorded in the same year.
Infant deaths in Poland
The infant mortality rate is defined as the number of deaths of children under one year. The number of infant deaths in Poland from 1980 to 2023 has decreased. The highest mortality in 2023 occurred among babies up to one year. However, by sex, the most increased mortality occurs in male infants, i.e., 609 boys against 442 girls. On the other hand, the mortality rate decreased with the birth of another child. In 2023, 388 babies died, being the mother’s first child. In the case of the birth of a fifth child or more, mortality increased to 55.
