The Changing Death Rate in Singapore from 1990 to 2022

Singapore’s death rate remained stable at around 4.7 from 1990 to 2015, reflecting a strong healthcare system and high living standards. However, a gradual increase began post-2015, reaching 6.3 in 2022, driven largely by an aging population, as Singapore has one of the fastest-aging societies globally.

The rise to 5.8 in 2021 reflects the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly among the elderly. Singapore’s efficient healthcare and vaccination campaigns limited the impact, but the long-term trend underscores the demographic challenges the country faces.