Number of deaths in Tajikistan today so far:
7
A person dies approximately every 648.54 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 48,626
Number of deaths per day: 133
Number of deaths per hour: 6
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 Tajikistan according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 9,000 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 6,298 |
| 3 | Stroke | 5,036 |
| 4 | Lower respiratory infections | 2,491 |
| 5 | Preterm birth complications | 2,089 |
| 6 | Congenital anomalies | 1,455 |
| 7 | Road injury | 1,450 |
| 8 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 1,300 |
| 9 | Hypertensive heart disease | 1,207 |
| 10 | Stomach cancer | 1,144 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Tajikistan?
The leading cause of death in Tajikistan is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 9,000 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Tajikistan?
The top three causes of death in Tajikistan are Ischaemic heart disease, COVID-19, and Stroke.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Tajikistan each year?
Approximately 9,000 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Tajikistan each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.