Number of deaths in Malta today so far:
3
A person dies approximately every 7,674.86 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 4,109
Number of deaths per day: 11
Number of deaths per hour: 0
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 Malta according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 773 |
| 2 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 367 |
| 3 | Lower respiratory infections | 243 |
| 4 | Stroke | 236 |
| 5 | COVID-19 | 229 |
| 6 | Diabetes mellitus | 210 |
| 7 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 202 |
| 8 | Colon and rectum cancers | 135 |
| 9 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 120 |
| 10 | Pancreas cancer | 108 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Malta?
The leading cause of death in Malta is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 773 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Malta?
The top three causes of death in Malta are Ischaemic heart disease, Alzheimer disease and other dementias, and Lower respiratory infections.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Malta each year?
Approximately 773 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Malta each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.