Number of deaths in Denmark today so far:
108
A person dies approximately every 550.66 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 57,269
Number of deaths per day: 157
Number of deaths per hour: 7
Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024
Methodology: The figures shown on this page are based on projections from the 2024 revision of World Population Prospects. Deaths are distributed evenly across the year to produce per-day and per-second estimates. Actual daily counts may vary due to seasonal factors, disease outbreaks, or natural disasters.
The table below shows the top 10 causes of death in Denmark according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 5,408 |
| 2 | Ischaemic heart disease | 5,362 |
| 3 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 4,453 |
| 4 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 4,016 |
| 5 | Stroke | 3,669 |
| 6 | Colon and rectum cancers | 2,415 |
| 7 | COVID-19 | 1,720 |
| 8 | Prostate cancer | 1,708 |
| 9 | Lower respiratory infections | 1,650 |
| 10 | Breast cancer | 1,516 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Denmark?
The leading cause of death in Denmark is Alzheimer disease and other dementias, approximately 5,408 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Denmark?
The top three causes of death in Denmark are Alzheimer disease and other dementias, Ischaemic heart disease, and Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
How many people die from Alzheimer disease and other dementias in Denmark each year?
Approximately 5,408 people die from Alzheimer disease and other dementias in Denmark each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.