World's Lowest Fertility Rates: Taiwan and South Korea Lead

Understanding Fertility Rate

The fertility rate is a measure of the average number of children a woman of child-bearing age gives birth to in a particular country. Typically, women between the ages of 15 and 45 are considered to be within their child-bearing years.

Lowest Fertility Rates Globally

According to data collated by Statista and presented by voronoiapp.com, as of 2024, Taiwan and South Korea have the lowest fertility rates in the world. These figures are estimated.

The Replacement Rate

The "replacement rate" is a fertility rate of 2.1 children per woman. This rate is necessary to maintain a stable population by replacing both parents and accounting for infant mortality, under the assumptions of no migration and constant mortality rates.

Taiwan's Fertility Rate

Taiwan's fertility rate is estimated to be 1.11 children per woman, making it the country with the lowest fertility rate in the world.

Regional Distribution of Low Fertility Rates

In terms of regional distribution, Europe leads the ranking with eight countries having low fertility rates. This is followed by Asia with six countries, North America with five countries, and Africa with one country.

Bottom Line

The issue of low fertility rates is a complex one, with implications for population growth, economic development, and social stability. The data presented here provides a snapshot of the current state of fertility rates around the world, with Taiwan and South Korea leading the pack in terms of the lowest rates. What are your thoughts on this matter? Feel free to share this article with your friends and discuss. Don't forget to sign up for the Daily Briefing, delivered to your inbox every day at 6pm.