Number of deaths in Italy today so far:
90
A person dies approximately every 47.46 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 664,494
Number of deaths per day: 1,821
Number of deaths per hour: 76
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 Italy according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 84,261 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 68,327 |
| 3 | Stroke | 58,275 |
| 4 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 41,190 |
| 5 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 34,223 |
| 6 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 31,333 |
| 7 | Hypertensive heart disease | 30,912 |
| 8 | Colon and rectum cancers | 21,268 |
| 9 | Diabetes mellitus | 19,619 |
| 10 | Lower respiratory infections | 19,512 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Italy?
The leading cause of death in Italy is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 84,261 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Italy?
The top three causes of death in Italy are Ischaemic heart disease, COVID-19, and Stroke.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Italy each year?
Approximately 84,261 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Italy each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.