6 Countries with the Lowest Fertility Rates

In this article, we will be taking a look at the 6 countries with the lowest fertility rates. If you wish to learn about more, head straight to the 25 Countries with the Lowest Fertility Rates.

6. Italy  

Children Born per Woman: 1.24 

Italy stands sixth among the countries countries with the lowest fertility rates, with a fertility rate of 1.25 babies per woman, below the replacement level, leading to negative population growth. Despite a low infant mortality rate of 3.3 deaths per thousand live births in 2020, disparities exist based on geography and ethnicity, with foreign-born and Southern Italian children facing higher risks. Economic challenges, including an average monthly income of €2,475 and high housing costs, make it hard for couples to afford families, worsened by declining savings post-lockdowns.