The Changing Death Rate in Colombia from 1990 to 2022

From 1990 to 2022, Colombia's death rate has generally exhibited a gradual decline, with some fluctuations, particularly in the 2020s. Starting at 5.8 per 1,000 people in 1990, the rate steadily decreased, reaching a low of 4.9 in 2008 and 2009. This decline was largely driven by improvements in healthcare, increased access to medical services, and a decrease in violent crime rates. However, in 2020, the death rate surged to 6.6 due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, marking a significant spike. The pandemic's toll on health systems and the population's vulnerability to the virus caused a temporary reversal of the downward trend. By 2022, the death rate stood at 7.4, reflecting continued challenges in public health and the lingering effects of the pandemic on mortality.