Number of deaths in Saudi Arabia today so far:
44
A person dies approximately every 391.74 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 80,503
Number of deaths per day: 221
Number of deaths per hour: 9
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 Saudi Arabia according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 16,034 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 9,122 |
| 3 | Kidney diseases | 7,166 |
| 4 | Hypertensive heart disease | 7,030 |
| 5 | Road injury | 6,266 |
| 6 | Diabetes mellitus | 4,660 |
| 7 | Stroke | 3,104 |
| 8 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 3,057 |
| 9 | Lower respiratory infections | 2,503 |
| 10 | Congenital anomalies | 2,119 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Saudi Arabia?
The leading cause of death in Saudi Arabia is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 16,034 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Saudi Arabia?
The top three causes of death in Saudi Arabia are Ischaemic heart disease, COVID-19, and Kidney diseases.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Saudi Arabia each year?
Approximately 16,034 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Saudi Arabia each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.