Number of deaths in Ukraine today so far:
1,262
A person dies approximately every 60.62 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 520,183
Number of deaths per day: 1,425
Number of deaths per hour: 59
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 Ukraine according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 252,009 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 105,191 |
| 3 | Stroke | 70,261 |
| 4 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 13,175 |
| 5 | Cirrhosis of the liver | 12,778 |
| 6 | Trachea, bronchus, lung cancers | 12,263 |
| 7 | Cardiomyopathy, myocarditis, endocarditis | 11,911 |
| 8 | Colon and rectum cancers | 10,290 |
| 9 | Self-harm | 8,030 |
| 10 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 6,463 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Ukraine?
The leading cause of death in Ukraine is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 252,009 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Ukraine?
The top three causes of death in Ukraine are Ischaemic heart disease, COVID-19, and Stroke.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Ukraine each year?
Approximately 252,009 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Ukraine each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.