Number of deaths in Venezuela today so far:
30
A person dies approximately every 144.59 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 218,109
Number of deaths per day: 598
Number of deaths per hour: 25
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 Venezuela according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 42,123 |
| 2 | Interpersonal violence | 17,938 |
| 3 | Stroke | 17,111 |
| 4 | COVID-19 | 16,504 |
| 5 | Diabetes mellitus | 12,939 |
| 6 | Kidney diseases | 12,092 |
| 7 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 6,533 |
| 8 | Lower respiratory infections | 6,519 |
| 9 | Hypertensive heart disease | 6,067 |
| 10 | Alzheimer disease and other dementias | 6,048 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Venezuela?
The leading cause of death in Venezuela is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 42,123 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Venezuela?
The top three causes of death in Venezuela are Ischaemic heart disease, Interpersonal violence, and Stroke.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Venezuela each year?
Approximately 42,123 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Venezuela each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.