5 Countries with the Highest Death Rates

4. Hungary 

Total Deaths per 1000 Population: 15 

Hungary stands fourth among the countries with the highest death rates, with fluctuations over the years and a recent increase in the past decade. In 2020, around 141 thousand people died, a significant rise compared to previous years. The death rate increased by 1.6 deaths per 1,000 inhabitants from 2011 to 2021. Malignant neoplasms (cancer) and ischaemic heart diseases are the most common causes of death, highlighting significant health challenges for the population.