Number of deaths in Tonga today so far:
1
A person dies approximately every 46,998.51 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 671
Number of deaths per day: 2
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 Tonga according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 108 |
| 2 | Diabetes mellitus | 90 |
| 3 | Stroke | 60 |
| 4 | Lower respiratory infections | 36 |
| 5 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 35 |
| 6 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 24 |
| 7 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 19 |
| 8 | Liver cancer | 17 |
| 9 | Breast cancer | 17 |
| 10 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 17 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Tonga?
The leading cause of death in Tonga is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 108 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Tonga?
The top three causes of death in Tonga are Ischaemic heart disease, Diabetes mellitus, and Stroke.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Tonga each year?
Approximately 108 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Tonga each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.