Number of deaths in New Zealand today so far:
1
A person dies approximately every 803.65 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 39,241
Number of deaths per day: 108
Number of deaths per hour: 4
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 New Zealand according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 5,189 |
| 2 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 3,484 |
| 3 | Stroke | 2,375 |
| 4 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 1,993 |
| 5 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 1,949 |
| 6 | Colon and rectum cancers | 1,594 |
| 7 | Lower respiratory infections | 999 |
| 8 | Diabetes mellitus | 837 |
| 9 | Prostate cancer | 819 |
| 10 | Breast cancer | 765 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in New Zealand?
The leading cause of death in New Zealand is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 5,189 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in New Zealand?
The top three causes of death in New Zealand are Ischaemic heart disease, Alzheimer disease and other dementias, and Stroke.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in New Zealand each year?
Approximately 5,189 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in New Zealand each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.