Fertility Rate of Japan

1.26 births/woman

#234 of 238 Health

Average number of children per woman.

Historical trend

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Japan's Fertility Rate stands at 1.26 births/woman. That ranks 234th of 238 countries tracked — smaller. It sits below the Eastern Asia average (by 23%). Since 2000 it has fallen by about 15%.

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CountryFertility Rate
Italy 1.24 births/woman
Poland 1.29 births/woman
Thailand 1.33 births/woman
Spain 1.19 births/woman
China 1.18 births/woman
Switzerland 1.39 births/woman

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Fertility Rate of Japan?

Japan's Fertility Rate is 1.26 births/woman (latest available, UN WPP 2024).

How does Japan rank for Fertility Rate?

Japan ranks 234th out of 238 countries.

Is Japan's Fertility Rate rising or falling?

Since 2000, Japan's Fertility Rate has fallen by about 15%.