Number of deaths in Haiti today so far:
61
A person dies approximately every 343.26 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 91,871
Number of deaths per day: 252
Number of deaths per hour: 10
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 Haiti according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 12,660 |
| 2 | Stroke | 11,463 |
| 3 | COVID-19 | 8,802 |
| 4 | Lower respiratory infections | 6,312 |
| 5 | Diabetes mellitus | 5,731 |
| 6 | Road injury | 3,682 |
| 7 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 2,857 |
| 8 | Preterm birth complications | 2,682 |
| 9 | Interpersonal violence | 2,465 |
| 10 | Diarrhoeal diseases | 2,452 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Haiti?
The leading cause of death in Haiti is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 12,660 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Haiti?
The top three causes of death in Haiti are Ischaemic heart disease, Stroke, and COVID-19.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Haiti each year?
Approximately 12,660 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Haiti each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.