Decline in births in Hungary in 2024

In 2024, Hungary experienced an unprecedented decline in birth rates, with only 77,500 children born. This figure represents a decrease of 77,725 compared to the previous year, according to a quick report by the Central Statistical Office (KSH).

January 31, 2025

This marks the lowest number of births recorded in Hungary since the KSH began tracking data in 1949.

Deaths and Natural Decrease

The KSH also reported that 127,500 people passed away in 2024, which is 676 fewer than in 2023. As a result of the number of births and deaths, Hungary saw a natural decrease of 50,000 individuals, a significant increase of 16% compared to the previous year's figure of 42,951.

In addition to declining birth rates, there was a decrease in marriages, with 46,550 couples tying the knot—3,589 fewer than the year prior. The KSH noted that the highest number of marriages occurred in winter, with varying registration percentages throughout the year compared to 2023.

Demographic Statistics

For every 1,000 residents, there were 8.1 live births and 13.3 deaths. The live birth rate was 0.8 per mille lower than in the previous year. Additionally, 3.8 infant deaths per 1,000 live births were recorded, which is an increase of 0.8 per mille from the last year. By the end of 2024, the estimated population of Hungary stood at 9.54 million.

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