Number of deaths in Samoa today so far:
2
A person dies approximately every 23,256.64 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 1,356
Number of deaths per day: 4
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 Samoa according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 289 |
| 2 | Stroke | 189 |
| 3 | Diabetes mellitus | 126 |
| 4 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 77 |
| 5 | Lower respiratory infections | 73 |
| 6 | Kidney diseases | 58 |
| 7 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 44 |
| 8 | Hypertensive heart disease | 34 |
| 9 | Self-harm | 26 |
| 10 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 26 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Samoa?
The leading cause of death in Samoa is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 289 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Samoa?
The top three causes of death in Samoa are Ischaemic heart disease, Stroke, and Diabetes mellitus.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Samoa each year?
Approximately 289 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Samoa each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.