Introduction
Suicide is a major public health concern worldwide and it is estimated that over 700,000 people die by suicide each year. Suicide rates can vary widely across countries and are influenced by a range of factors, including social, cultural, economic, and psychological factors such as depression. While some countries, such as India and Singapore, have relatively low suicide rates, other nations, like Lesotho or Guyana, suffer from high suicide rates. Lithuania and South Korea also have high suicide rates with rates of 26.1 and 28.6 per 100,000 population respectively. Regarding European countries, many Western European countries have seen a decrease in their suicide rates over recent years – including countries like France, Germany, and Italy – while certain Eastern European nations – such as Russia and Ukraine – have experienced sharp rises in suicides since the 1990s. Similarly, America’s suicide rate has seen a rise in recent years, with a current rate of 16.1 per 100,000.
Suicide Statistics
# | Country | Suicide Rate | Depression Rate |
---|---|---|---|
1 | Lesotho | 72.4 per 100k | 5.17% |
2 | Guyana | 40.3 per 100k | 5.15% |
3 | Eswatini | 29.4 per 100k | 3.87% |
4 | South Korea | 28.6 per 100k | 2.64% |
5 | Federated States of Micronesia | 28.2 per 100k | 2.87% |
6 | Lithuania | 26.1 per 100k | 5.42% |
7 | Suriname | 25.4 per 100k | 5.1% |
8 | Russia | 25.1 per 100k | 3.91% |
9 | South Africa | 23.5 per 100k | 4.45% |
10 | Ukraine | 21.6 per 100k | 5.25% |
11 | Belarus | 21.2 per 100k | 5.04% |
12 | Uruguay | 21.2 per 100k | 3.34% |
13 | Montenegro | 21 per 100k | 3.59% |
14 | Latvia | 20.1 per 100k | 5.16% |
15 | Slovenia | 19.8 per 100k | 4.28% |
16 | Belgium | 18.3 per 100k | 4.36% |
17 | Vanuatu | 18 per 100k | 2.63% |
18 | Mongolia | 17.9 per 100k | 4.07% |
19 | Kazakhstan | 17.6 per 100k | 3.72% |
20 | Hungary | 16.6 per 100k | 3.89% |
21 | Croatia | 16.4 per 100k | 4.13% |
22 | Botswana | 16.1 per 100k | 4.16% |
23 | United States of America | 16.1 per 100k | 4.92% |
24 | Finland | 15.3 per 100k | 5% |
25 | Japan | 15.3 per 100k | 2.66% |
26 | Estonia | 14.9 per 100k | 5.09% |
27 | Moldova | 14.7 per 100k | 4.25% |
28 | Solomon Islands | 14.7 per 100k | 2.55% |
29 | Sweden | 14.7 per 100k | 4.98% |
30 | Austria | 14.6 per 100k | 3.95% |
31 | Cuba | 14.5 per 100k | 4.95% |
32 | Switzerland | 14.5 per 100k | 4.72% |
33 | Zimbabwe | 14.1 per 100k | 2.76% |
34 | Sri Lanka | 14 per 100k | 3.26% |
35 | France | 13.8 per 100k | 4.74% |
36 | Mozambique | 13.6 per 100k | 3.47% |
37 | India | 12.7 per 100k | 3.69% |
38 | Australia | 12.5 per 100k | 5.05% |
39 | Central African Republic | 12.3 per 100k | 4.67% |
40 | Germany | 12.3 per 100k | 4.32% |
41 | Czech Republic | 12.2 per 100k | 3.84% |
42 | Slovakia | 12.1 per 100k | 3.56% |
43 | Iceland | 11.9 per 100k | 3.52% |
44 | Canada | 11.8 per 100k | 3.74% |
45 | Netherlands | 11.8 per 100k | 4.41% |
46 | Norway | 11.8 per 100k | 3.85% |
47 | Portugal | 11.5 per 100k | 5.88% |
48 | Serbia | 11.4 per 100k | 3.69% |
49 | Luxembourg | 11.3 per 100k | 4.02% |
50 | Poland | 11.3 per 100k | 2.98% |
51 | Singapore | 11.2 per 100k | 2.45% |
52 | New Zealand | 11 per 100k | 4.08% |
53 | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 10.9 per 100k | 3.67% |
54 | Eritrea | 10.9 per 100k | 3.85% |
55 | Denmark | 10.7 per 100k | 4.41% |
56 | Bulgaria | 9.7 per 100k | 3.73% |
57 | Namibia | 9.7 per 100k | 3.26% |
58 | Romania | 9.7 per 100k | 3.51% |
59 | Djibouti | 9.6 per 100k | 4.01% |
60 | Haiti | 9.6 per 100k | 3.33% |
61 | Ireland | 9.6 per 100k | 4.99% |
62 | Mauritius | 9.5 per 100k | 4.63% |
63 | North Korea | 9.4 per 100k | 3.3% |
64 | Republic of Macedonia | 9.4 per 100k | 3.3% |
65 | Georgia | 9.2 per 100k | 4.26% |
66 | Cameroon | 9 per 100k | 3.54% |
67 | Chile | 9 per 100k | 4.28% |
68 | Fiji | 9 per 100k | 3.01% |
69 | Nepal | 9 per 100k | 4.64% |
70 | Bahrain | 8.9 per 100k | 5.52% |
71 | Ivory Coast | 8.9 per 100k | 3.05% |
72 | Pakistan | 8.9 per 100k | 3.23% |
73 | Thailand | 8.8 per 100k | 3.7% |
74 | Togo | 8.8 per 100k | 3.56% |
75 | Trinidad and Tobago | 8.7 per 100k | 4.52% |
76 | Argentina | 8.4 per 100k | 2.72% |
77 | Gabon | 8.4 per 100k | 5.12% |
78 | Costa Rica | 8.1 per 100k | 3.69% |
79 | People's Republic of China | 8.1 per 100k | 3.67% |
80 | Seychelles | 8.1 per 100k | 3.12% |
81 | Uzbekistan | 8 per 100k | 3.12% |
82 | Equatorial Guinea | 7.9 per 100k | 4.63% |
83 | Saint Lucia | 7.9 per 100k | 3.95% |
84 | Somalia | 7.9 per 100k | 3.31% |
85 | United Kingdom | 7.9 per 100k | 5.02% |
86 | Benin | 7.8 per 100k | 3.15% |
87 | Spain | 7.7 per 100k | 6.04% |
88 | Ecuador | 7.6 per 100k | 3.46% |
89 | Burkina Faso | 7.5 per 100k | 3.07% |
90 | Vietnam | 7.5 per 100k | 2.83% |
91 | Kyrgyzstan | 7.4 per 100k | 3.31% |
92 | Zambia | 7.3 per 100k | 3.16% |
93 | Morocco | 7.2 per 100k | 5.49% |
94 | Belize | 7.1 per 100k | 3.32% |
95 | Guinea | 7 per 100k | 3.16% |
96 | Guinea-Bissau | 7 per 100k | 3.38% |
97 | Brazil | 6.9 per 100k | 4.29% |
98 | Democratic Republic of the Congo | 6.7 per 100k | 4.21% |
99 | Italy | 6.7 per 100k | 4.62% |
100 | Sierra Leone | 6.7 per 100k | 3.39% |
101 | Ghana | 6.6 per 100k | 3.71% |
102 | Republic of the Congo | 6.5 per 100k | 4.81% |
103 | Chad | 6.4 per 100k | 3.29% |
104 | United Arab Emirates | 6.4 per 100k | 4.63% |
105 | Bolivia | 6.2 per 100k | 3.26% |
106 | Burundi | 6.2 per 100k | 3.39% |
107 | Angola | 6.1 per 100k | 4.27% |
108 | El Salvador | 6.1 per 100k | 3.61% |
109 | Kenya | 6.1 per 100k | 3.82% |
110 | Malta | 6.1 per 100k | 3.95% |
111 | Paraguay | 6 per 100k | 3.88% |
112 | Saudi Arabia | 6 per 100k | 4.9% |
113 | Senegal | 6 per 100k | 3.15% |
114 | Guatemala | 5.9 per 100k | 3.41% |
115 | Qatar | 5.8 per 100k | 4.92% |
116 | Yemen | 5.8 per 100k | 4.2% |
117 | Malaysia | 5.7 per 100k | 3.99% |
118 | Turkmenistan | 5.7 per 100k | 3.11% |
119 | Rwanda | 5.6 per 100k | 4.2% |
120 | Madagascar | 5.5 per 100k | 3.7% |
121 | Comoros | 5.4 per 100k | 3.97% |
122 | Ethiopia | 5.4 per 100k | 3.41% |
123 | Laos | 5.4 per 100k | 2.67% |
124 | Malawi | 5.4 per 100k | 3.1% |
125 | Israel | 5.3 per 100k | 4.55% |
126 | Mexico | 5.3 per 100k | 3.87% |
127 | Niger | 5.3 per 100k | 2.65% |
128 | Iran | 5.2 per 100k | 5.48% |
129 | Greece | 5.1 per 100k | 6.52% |
130 | Cambodia | 4.9 per 100k | 2.89% |
131 | Dominican Republic | 4.9 per 100k | 3.95% |
132 | Oman | 4.9 per 100k | 4.33% |
133 | The Gambia | 4.8 per 100k | 4.21% |
134 | Bhutan | 4.6 per 100k | 4.06% |
135 | Uganda | 4.6 per 100k | 4.48% |
136 | Liberia | 4.5 per 100k | 3.62% |
137 | Libya | 4.5 per 100k | 5.01% |
138 | Nicaragua | 4.4 per 100k | 3.27% |
139 | Albania | 4.3 per 100k | 3.05% |
140 | Tajikistan | 4.3 per 100k | 2.6% |
141 | Afghanistan | 4.1 per 100k | 3.96% |
142 | Azerbaijan | 4.1 per 100k | 3.13% |
143 | Mali | 4.1 per 100k | 2.46% |
144 | Colombia | 3.9 per 100k | 2.51% |
145 | South Sudan | 3.9 per 100k | 3.48% |
146 | Sudan | 3.8 per 100k | 4% |
147 | Bangladesh | 3.7 per 100k | 4.67% |
148 | East Timor | 3.7 per 100k | 2.41% |
149 | Cyprus | 3.6 per 100k | 3.81% |
150 | Iraq | 3.6 per 100k | 3.89% |
151 | Nigeria | 3.5 per 100k | 2.76% |
152 | The Bahamas | 3.5 per 100k | 3.52% |
153 | Armenia | 3.3 per 100k | 3.67% |
154 | Tunisia | 3.3 per 100k | 5.75% |
155 | Mauritania | 3.1 per 100k | 2.94% |
156 | Egypt | 3 per 100k | 3.87% |
157 | Papua New Guinea | 3 per 100k | 2.7% |
158 | Kuwait | 2.9 per 100k | 4.9% |
159 | Myanmar | 2.9 per 100k | 2.28% |
160 | Panama | 2.9 per 100k | 3.15% |
161 | Lebanon | 2.8 per 100k | 5.06% |
162 | Peru | 2.8 per 100k | 2.36% |
163 | Brunei | 2.7 per 100k | 1.83% |
164 | Maldives | 2.7 per 100k | 3.15% |
165 | Algeria | 2.5 per 100k | 4.42% |
166 | Indonesia | 2.4 per 100k | 2.63% |
167 | Jamaica | 2.4 per 100k | 3.44% |
168 | Turkey | 2.4 per 100k | 4.6% |
169 | Philippines | 2.2 per 100k | 2.69% |
170 | Honduras | 2.1 per 100k | 2.86% |
171 | Venezuela | 2.1 per 100k | 3.53% |
172 | Syria | 2 per 100k | 4.39% |
173 | Jordan | 1.6 per 100k | 4.19% |
174 | São Tomé and Príncipe | 1.5 per 100k | 3.26% |
175 | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | 1 per 100k | 3.83% |
176 | Grenada | 0.7 per 100k | 3.68% |
177 | Barbados | 0.6 per 100k | 3.96% |
178 | Antigua and Barbuda | 0.4 per 100k | 3.57% |
Highest Suicide Rate by Country
The countries with the highest suicide rates in the world are Lesotho, Guyana, Eswatini, South Korea, the Federated States of Micronesia, Lithuania, Suriname, Russia, South Africa, and Ukraine. Lesotho is the country with the highest suicide rate with a rate of 72.4 suicides per 100,000 people. Guyana is the second country with the highest suicide rate with 40.3 per 100k suicides. Eswatini (formerly known as Swaziland) comes in third position with a suicide rate of 29.4 per 100k. South Korea is the fourth country with the highest suicide rate with 28.6 suicides per 100,000 individuals, while the Federated States of Micronesia lies just behind with 28.2 suicides per 100,00 people. Lithuania is the sixth country with the highest suicide rate with a rate of 26.1 and Suriname follows closely at 25.4 suicides per 100,000 people. Russia is the eighth country with the highest suicide rate with a rate of 25 per 100k while South Africa ranks ninth with 23.5 suicides per 100,000 people respectively. Finally, Ukraine is the tenth country with the highest suicide rate with 21.6 suicides per 100,000 individuals.
The top 10 suicidal countries in the world are:
1. Lesotho – 72.4 per 100k
2. Guyana – 40.3 per 100k
3. Eswatini – 29.4 per 100k
4. South Korea – 28.6 per 100k
5. Federated States of Micronesia – 28.2 per 100k
6. Lithuania – 26.1 per 100k
7. Suriname – 25.4 per 100k
8. Russia – 25.1 per 100k
9. South Africa – 23.5 per 100k
10. Ukraine – 21.6 per 100k
Country With Highest Suicide Rate
Lesotho is the country with the highest suicide rate in the world, with a rate of 72.4 suicides per 100,000 people. This figure represents a significant number of lives lost to suicide in Lesotho, a small country located in Southern Africa. The high suicide rate in the country may be related to several factors, such as poverty, unemployment, and limited access to mental health services. The country has also one of the highest poverty rates in the world, and a large percentage of the population lives in rural areas with limited access to healthcare facilities. In addition, Lesotho has a high prevalence of HIV/AIDS, which can have a significant impact on mental health and increase the risk of suicide.
Countries with Lowest Suicide Rates
The top 10 countries with the lowest suicide rates are:
1. Antigua and Barbuda – 0.4 per 100k
2. Barbados – 0.6 per 100k
3. Grenada – 0.7 per 100k
4. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines – 1 per 100k
5. São Tomé and Príncipe – 1.5 per 100k
6. Jordan – 1.6 per 100k
7. Syria – 2 per 100k
8. Venezuela – 2.1 per 100k
9. Honduras – 2.1 per 100k
10. Philippines – 2.2 per 100k
Suicide Rate by Country
Afghanistan
Suicide Rate
4.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#141
3.96%
Ranked in the World
#79
Albania
Suicide Rate
4.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#139
3.05%
Ranked in the World
#164
Algeria
Suicide Rate
2.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#165
4.42%
Ranked in the World
#49
Angola
Suicide Rate
6.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#107
4.27%
Ranked in the World
#59
Antigua and Barbuda
Suicide Rate
0.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#178
3.57%
Ranked in the World
#117
Argentina
Suicide Rate
8.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#76
2.72%
Ranked in the World
#177
Armenia
Suicide Rate
3.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#153
3.67%
Ranked in the World
#109
Australia
Suicide Rate
12.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#38
5.05%
Ranked in the World
#20
Austria
Suicide Rate
14.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#30
3.95%
Ranked in the World
#81
Azerbaijan
Suicide Rate
4.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#142
3.13%
Ranked in the World
#158
Bahrain
Suicide Rate
8.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#70
5.52%
Ranked in the World
#6
Bangladesh
Suicide Rate
3.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#147
4.67%
Ranked in the World
#35
Barbados
Suicide Rate
0.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#177
3.96%
Ranked in the World
#80
Belarus
Suicide Rate
21.2 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#11
5.04%
Ranked in the World
#21
Belgium
Suicide Rate
18.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#16
4.36%
Ranked in the World
#53
Belize
Suicide Rate
7.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#94
3.32%
Ranked in the World
#140
Benin
Suicide Rate
7.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#86
3.15%
Ranked in the World
#154
Bhutan
Suicide Rate
4.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#134
4.06%
Ranked in the World
#73
Bolivia
Suicide Rate
6.2 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#105
3.26%
Ranked in the World
#147
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Suicide Rate
10.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#53
3.67%
Ranked in the World
#110
Botswana
Suicide Rate
16.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#22
4.16%
Ranked in the World
#68
Brazil
Suicide Rate
6.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#97
4.29%
Ranked in the World
#56
Brunei
Suicide Rate
2.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#163
1.83%
Ranked in the World
#194
Bulgaria
Suicide Rate
9.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#56
3.73%
Ranked in the World
#100
Burkina Faso
Suicide Rate
7.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#89
3.07%
Ranked in the World
#163
Burundi
Suicide Rate
6.2 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#106
3.39%
Ranked in the World
#135
Cambodia
Suicide Rate
4.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#130
2.89%
Ranked in the World
#169
Cameroon
Suicide Rate
9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#66
3.54%
Ranked in the World
#121
Canada
Suicide Rate
11.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#44
3.74%
Ranked in the World
#99
Central African Republic
Suicide Rate
12.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#39
4.67%
Ranked in the World
#36
Chad
Suicide Rate
6.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#103
3.29%
Ranked in the World
#145
Chile
Suicide Rate
9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#67
4.28%
Ranked in the World
#57
Colombia
Suicide Rate
3.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#144
2.51%
Ranked in the World
#188
Comoros
Suicide Rate
5.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#121
3.97%
Ranked in the World
#78
Costa Rica
Suicide Rate
8.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#78
3.69%
Ranked in the World
#105
Croatia
Suicide Rate
16.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#21
4.13%
Ranked in the World
#69
Cuba
Suicide Rate
14.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#31
4.95%
Ranked in the World
#27
Cyprus
Suicide Rate
3.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#149
3.81%
Ranked in the World
#97
Czech Republic
Suicide Rate
12.2 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#41
3.84%
Ranked in the World
#94
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Suicide Rate
6.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#98
4.21%
Ranked in the World
#62
Denmark
Suicide Rate
10.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#55
4.41%
Ranked in the World
#50
Denmark is the fifty-fifth country with the highest suicide rate, with 10.7 suicides per 100,000 people. Denmark has a high standard of living and a strong welfare state, which provides social and economic support to its citizens. However, like other Scandinavian countries, Denmark has a high rate of depression, which can contribute to suicide.
Djibouti
Suicide Rate
9.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#59
4.01%
Ranked in the World
#75
Dominican Republic
Suicide Rate
4.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#131
3.95%
Ranked in the World
#82
East Timor
Suicide Rate
3.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#148
2.41%
Ranked in the World
#191
Ecuador
Suicide Rate
7.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#88
3.46%
Ranked in the World
#130
Egypt
Suicide Rate
3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#156
3.87%
Ranked in the World
#89
El Salvador
Suicide Rate
6.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#108
3.61%
Ranked in the World
#114
Equatorial Guinea
Suicide Rate
7.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#82
4.63%
Ranked in the World
#40
Eritrea
Suicide Rate
10.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#54
3.85%
Ranked in the World
#92
Estonia
Suicide Rate
14.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#26
5.09%
Ranked in the World
#17
Eswatini
Suicide Rate
29.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#3
3.87%
Ranked in the World
#90
Eswatini is the third country with the highest suicide rate, with 29.4 suicides per 100,000 people. The high suicide rate in Eswatini can be attributed to a number of factors including poverty, unemployment, and a lack of mental health services. Eswatini is one of the poorest countries in the world, and many people struggle to access basic healthcare services. Additionally, Eswatini has a high rate of HIV/AIDS, which can contribute to depression and other mental health issues.
Ethiopia
Suicide Rate
5.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#122
3.41%
Ranked in the World
#133
Federated States of Micronesia
Suicide Rate
28.2 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#5
2.87%
Ranked in the World
#170
The Federated States of Micronesia is the fifth country with the highest suicide rate, with 28.2 suicides per 100,000 people. The high suicide rate in Micronesia can be attributed to a number of factors such as poverty, unemployment, and a lack of mental health services. Additionally, Micronesia has a high rate of alcohol abuse, which can contribute to depression and other mental health issues.
Fiji
Suicide Rate
9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#68
3.01%
Ranked in the World
#166
Finland
Suicide Rate
15.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#24
Ranked in the World
#24
Finland is the twenty-fourth country with the highest suicide rate, with 15.3 suicides per 100,000 people. The suicide rate in Finland can be attributed to the prevalence of mental health issues, such as depression and alcohol abuse. The country's long and dark winters can also have a negative impact on mental health, increasing feelings of isolation and hopelessness. However, Finland has made significant efforts to address the issue of suicide, including implementing suicide prevention strategies and increasing funding for mental health services.
France
Suicide Rate
13.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#35
4.74%
Ranked in the World
#33
Gabon
Suicide Rate
8.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#77
5.12%
Ranked in the World
#15
Georgia
Suicide Rate
9.2 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#65
4.26%
Ranked in the World
#60
Germany
Suicide Rate
12.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#40
4.32%
Ranked in the World
#55
Germany is the fortieth country with the highest suicide rate, with 12.3 suicides per 100,000 people. While Germany's suicide rate has decreased over the past several years, it remains a significant public health issue. Factors that contribute to Germany's high suicide rate include economic instability, social isolation, and a lack of access to mental health resources. However, Germany has made significant efforts to address the issue of suicide, including implementing suicide prevention strategies and increasing funding for mental health services.
Ghana
Suicide Rate
6.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#101
3.71%
Ranked in the World
#102
Greece
Suicide Rate
5.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#129
6.52%
Ranked in the World
#1
Grenada
Suicide Rate
0.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#176
3.68%
Ranked in the World
#108
Guatemala
Suicide Rate
5.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#114
3.41%
Ranked in the World
#134
Guinea
Suicide Rate
7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#95
3.16%
Ranked in the World
#152
Guinea-Bissau
Suicide Rate
7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#96
3.38%
Ranked in the World
#137
Guyana
Suicide Rate
40.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#2
5.15%
Ranked in the World
#14
Guyana is the second country with the highest suicide rate, with 40.3 suicides per 100,000 people. The high suicide rate in Guyana is thought to be related to a number of factors including poverty, unemployment, and a lack of mental health services. Guyana has a high rate of poverty, particularly in rural areas, and many people struggle to access basic healthcare services. The country also has a high rate of alcohol abuse, which can contribute to depression and other mental health issues.
Haiti
Suicide Rate
9.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#60
3.33%
Ranked in the World
#139
Honduras
Suicide Rate
2.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#170
2.86%
Ranked in the World
#171
Hungary
Suicide Rate
16.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#20
3.89%
Ranked in the World
#86
Iceland
Suicide Rate
11.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#43
3.52%
Ranked in the World
#123
Iceland is the forty-third country with the highest suicide rate, with 11.9 suicides per 100,000 people. The suicide rate in Iceland can be attributed to the prevalence of mental health issues, such as depression and alcohol abuse. The country's small population size and close-knit communities can also create a sense of social pressure, which can contribute to feelings of isolation and hopelessness. However, Iceland has made significant efforts to address the issue of suicide, including implementing suicide prevention strategies and increasing funding for mental health services.
India
Suicide Rate
12.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#37
3.69%
Ranked in the World
#106
India is the thirty-seventh country with the highest suicide rate, with 12.7 suicides per 100,000 people. Suicide is a significant public health issue in India, and the country has one of the highest suicide rates in the world. Several factors contribute to this high rate, including poverty, social inequality, and limited access to mental health resources. Additionally, there is a stigma surrounding mental illness and suicide in India, which can prevent individuals from seeking help.
Indonesia
Suicide Rate
2.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#166
2.63%
Ranked in the World
#184
Iran
Suicide Rate
5.2 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#128
5.48%
Ranked in the World
#8
Iraq
Suicide Rate
3.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#150
3.89%
Ranked in the World
#87
Ireland
Suicide Rate
9.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#61
4.99%
Ranked in the World
#25
Israel
Suicide Rate
5.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#125
4.55%
Ranked in the World
#45
Italy
Suicide Rate
6.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#99
4.62%
Ranked in the World
#43
Ivory Coast
Suicide Rate
8.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#71
3.05%
Ranked in the World
#165
Jamaica
Suicide Rate
2.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#167
3.44%
Ranked in the World
#132
Japan
Suicide Rate
15.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#25
2.66%
Ranked in the World
#181
Japan is the twenty-fifth country with the highest suicide rate, with 15.3 suicides per 100,000 people. Suicide has long been a major issue in Japan, and the country has one of the highest suicide rates among developed nations. Several factors contribute to the high suicide rate in Japan, including social isolation, economic pressures, and a culture that places a strong emphasis on conformity and success. However, the country has made significant efforts to address the issue of suicide, including implementing suicide prevention strategies and increasing funding for mental health services.
Jordan
Suicide Rate
1.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#173
4.19%
Ranked in the World
#66
Kazakhstan
Suicide Rate
17.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#19
3.72%
Ranked in the World
#101
Kenya
Suicide Rate
6.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#109
3.82%
Ranked in the World
#96
Kuwait
Suicide Rate
2.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#158
4.9%
Ranked in the World
#30
Kyrgyzstan
Suicide Rate
7.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#91
3.31%
Ranked in the World
#141
Laos
Suicide Rate
5.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#123
2.67%
Ranked in the World
#180
Latvia
Suicide Rate
20.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#14
5.16%
Ranked in the World
#13
Lebanon
Suicide Rate
2.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#161
5.06%
Ranked in the World
#19
Lesotho
Suicide Rate
72.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#1
5.17%
Ranked in the World
#12
Lesotho is the country with the highest suicide rate with 72.4 suicides per 100,000 people. This high suicide rate can be attributed to a number of factors including poverty, unemployment, and a lack of access to mental health care. Lesotho is one of the poorest countries in the world, and its economy is heavily dependent on agriculture, which has been severely impacted by climate change. In addition, Lesotho has a high rate of HIV/AIDS, which can contribute to depression and other mental health issues.
Liberia
Suicide Rate
4.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#136
3.62%
Ranked in the World
#113
Libya
Suicide Rate
4.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#137
5.01%
Ranked in the World
#23
Lithuania
Suicide Rate
26.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#6
5.42%
Ranked in the World
#9
Lithuania is the sixth country with the highest suicide rate, with 26.1 suicides per 100,000 people. The high suicide rate in Lithuania is thought to be related to a number of factors such as economic instability, a lack of access to mental health care, and a high rate of alcohol abuse.
Luxembourg
Suicide Rate
11.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#49
4.02%
Ranked in the World
#74
Madagascar
Suicide Rate
5.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#120
3.7%
Ranked in the World
#103
Malawi
Suicide Rate
5.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#124
3.1%
Ranked in the World
#162
Malaysia
Suicide Rate
5.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#117
3.99%
Ranked in the World
#77
Maldives
Suicide Rate
2.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#164
3.15%
Ranked in the World
#155
Mali
Suicide Rate
4.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#143
2.46%
Ranked in the World
#189
Malta
Suicide Rate
6.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#110
3.95%
Ranked in the World
#83
Mauritania
Suicide Rate
3.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#155
2.94%
Ranked in the World
#168
Mauritius
Suicide Rate
9.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#62
4.63%
Ranked in the World
#41
Mexico
Suicide Rate
5.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#126
3.87%
Ranked in the World
#91
Moldova
Suicide Rate
14.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#27
4.25%
Ranked in the World
#61
Mongolia
Suicide Rate
17.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#18
4.07%
Ranked in the World
#72
Montenegro
Suicide Rate
21 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#13
3.59%
Ranked in the World
#115
Morocco
Suicide Rate
7.2 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#93
5.49%
Ranked in the World
#7
Mozambique
Suicide Rate
13.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#36
3.47%
Ranked in the World
#129
Myanmar
Suicide Rate
2.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#159
2.28%
Ranked in the World
#193
Namibia
Suicide Rate
9.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#57
3.26%
Ranked in the World
#148
Nepal
Suicide Rate
9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#69
4.64%
Ranked in the World
#39
Netherlands
Suicide Rate
11.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#45
4.41%
Ranked in the World
#51
New Zealand
Suicide Rate
11 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#52
4.08%
Ranked in the World
#71
Nicaragua
Suicide Rate
4.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#138
3.27%
Ranked in the World
#146
Niger
Suicide Rate
5.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#127
2.65%
Ranked in the World
#182
Nigeria
Suicide Rate
3.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#151
2.76%
Ranked in the World
#175
North Korea
Suicide Rate
9.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#63
3.3%
Ranked in the World
#143
Norway
Suicide Rate
11.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#46
3.85%
Ranked in the World
#93
Norway is the forty-sixth country with the highest suicide rate, with 11.8 suicides per 100,000 people. Although Norway has one of the highest standards of living and is considered a welfare state, it is known for its long, dark winters, which can cause seasonal affective disorder (SAD) in some individuals. SAD is a type of depression that occurs during the winter months, and it can be a contributing factor to suicide. Additionally, there is a higher prevalence of alcohol abuse and drug addiction in Norway compared to other Scandinavian countries, which can also contribute to a higher suicide rate.
Oman
Suicide Rate
4.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#132
4.33%
Ranked in the World
#54
Pakistan
Suicide Rate
8.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#72
3.23%
Ranked in the World
#151
Panama
Suicide Rate
2.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#160
3.15%
Ranked in the World
#156
Papua New Guinea
Suicide Rate
3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#157
2.7%
Ranked in the World
#178
Paraguay
Suicide Rate
6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#111
3.88%
Ranked in the World
#88
People's Republic of China
Suicide Rate
8.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#79
3.67%
Ranked in the World
#111
China is the 79th country with the highest suicide rate, with 8.1 suicides per 100,000 people. Suicide rates in China are higher in rural areas than in urban areas, and among older adults, particularly in rural areas. Factors that contribute to suicide in China include the rapid modernization and social changes that have occurred in recent decades, which have led to economic and social inequalities, as well as changes in family structure and social support systems. Furthermore, there is still a cultural stigma surrounding mental illness and seeking help for mental health issues in China, which may discourage individuals from seeking treatment.
Peru
Suicide Rate
2.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#162
2.36%
Ranked in the World
#192
Philippines
Suicide Rate
2.2 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#169
2.69%
Ranked in the World
#179
The Philippines is the 169th country with the highest suicide rate, with 2.2 suicides per 100,000 people. Suicide rates in the Philippines are relatively low compared to other countries and are influenced by factors such as poverty, unemployment, and social inequality. The Philippines is a predominantly Catholic country, and religious beliefs may discourage suicide. However, there is still a lack of mental health services and resources in the Philippines, particularly in rural areas, which may prevent individuals from receiving the support and treatment they need for mental health issues.
Poland
Suicide Rate
11.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#50
2.98%
Ranked in the World
#167
Portugal
Suicide Rate
11.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#47
5.88%
Ranked in the World
#3
Qatar
Suicide Rate
5.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#115
4.92%
Ranked in the World
#28
Republic of Macedonia
Suicide Rate
9.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#64
3.3%
Ranked in the World
#144
Republic of the Congo
Suicide Rate
6.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#102
4.81%
Ranked in the World
#32
Romania
Suicide Rate
9.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#58
3.51%
Ranked in the World
#126
Russia
Suicide Rate
25.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#8
3.91%
Ranked in the World
#85
Russia is the eighth country with the highest suicide rate, with 25.1 suicides per 100,000 people. The high suicide rate in Russia is thought to be related to a number of factors, including economic instability, a lack of access to mental health care, and a high rate of alcohol abuse.
Rwanda
Suicide Rate
5.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#119
4.2%
Ranked in the World
#64
Saint Lucia
Suicide Rate
7.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#83
3.95%
Ranked in the World
#84
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Suicide Rate
1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#175
3.83%
Ranked in the World
#95
São Tomé and Príncipe
Suicide Rate
1.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#174
3.26%
Ranked in the World
#149
Saudi Arabia
Suicide Rate
6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#112
4.9%
Ranked in the World
#31
Senegal
Suicide Rate
6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#113
3.15%
Ranked in the World
#157
Serbia
Suicide Rate
11.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#48
3.69%
Ranked in the World
#107
Seychelles
Suicide Rate
8.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#80
3.12%
Ranked in the World
#159
Sierra Leone
Suicide Rate
6.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#100
3.39%
Ranked in the World
#136
Singapore
Suicide Rate
11.2 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#51
2.45%
Ranked in the World
#190
Slovakia
Suicide Rate
12.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#42
3.56%
Ranked in the World
#119
Slovenia
Suicide Rate
19.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#15
4.28%
Ranked in the World
#58
Solomon Islands
Suicide Rate
14.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#28
2.55%
Ranked in the World
#187
Somalia
Suicide Rate
7.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#84
3.31%
Ranked in the World
#142
South Africa
Suicide Rate
23.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#9
4.45%
Ranked in the World
#48
South Africa is the ninth country with the highest suicide rate, with 23.5 suicides per 100,000 people. The high suicide rate in South Africa can be attributed to a number of factors, including poverty, unemployment, and a lack of mental health services. Additionally, South Africa has a high rate of HIV/AIDS, which can contribute to depression and other mental health issues.
South Korea
Suicide Rate
28.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#4
2.64%
Ranked in the World
#183
South Korea is the fourth country with the highest suicide rate, with 28.6 suicides per 100,000 people. The high suicide rate in South Korea is thought to be related to a number of factors including the country's high-pressure education system, which can cause stress and anxiety among students. South Korea also has a high rate of alcohol abuse, which can contribute to depression and other mental health issues.
South Sudan
Suicide Rate
3.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#145
3.48%
Ranked in the World
#128
Spain
Suicide Rate
7.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#87
6.04%
Ranked in the World
#2
Sri Lanka
Suicide Rate
14 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#34
3.26%
Ranked in the World
#150
Sudan
Suicide Rate
3.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#146
Ranked in the World
#76
Suriname
Suicide Rate
25.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#7
5.1%
Ranked in the World
#16
Suriname is the seventh country with the highest suicide rate, with 25.4 suicides per 100,000 people. The high suicide rate in Suriname can be attributed to a number of factors like poverty, unemployment, and a lack of mental health services. Additionally, Suriname has a high rate of alcohol abuse, which can contribute to depression and other mental health issues.
Sweden
Suicide Rate
14.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#29
4.98%
Ranked in the World
#26
Sweden is the twenty-ninth country with the highest suicide rate, with 14.7 suicides per 100,000 people. The suicide rate in Sweden can be attributed to the prevalence of mental health issues, such as depression and anxiety. The country has also experienced an increase in social isolation, which can contribute to feelings of hopelessness and suicidal behavior. However, the country has made significant efforts to address the issue of suicide, including implementing suicide prevention strategies and increasing funding for mental health services.
Switzerland
Suicide Rate
14.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#32
4.72%
Ranked in the World
#34
Syria
Suicide Rate
2 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#172
4.39%
Ranked in the World
#52
Tajikistan
Suicide Rate
4.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#140
2.6%
Ranked in the World
#186
Thailand
Suicide Rate
8.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#73
3.7%
Ranked in the World
#104
The Bahamas
Suicide Rate
3.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#152
3.52%
Ranked in the World
#125
The Gambia
Suicide Rate
4.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#133
4.21%
Ranked in the World
#63
Togo
Suicide Rate
8.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#74
3.56%
Ranked in the World
#120
Trinidad and Tobago
Suicide Rate
8.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#75
4.52%
Ranked in the World
#46
Tunisia
Suicide Rate
3.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#154
5.75%
Ranked in the World
#5
Turkey
Suicide Rate
2.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#168
4.6%
Ranked in the World
#44
Turkmenistan
Suicide Rate
5.7 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#118
3.11%
Ranked in the World
#161
Uganda
Suicide Rate
4.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#135
4.48%
Ranked in the World
#47
Ukraine
Suicide Rate
21.6 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#10
5.25%
Ranked in the World
#10
Ukraine is the tenth country with the highest suicide rate, with 21.6 suicides per 100,000 people. Several factors contribute to Ukraine's high suicide rate, including economic instability, political unrest, and the ongoing conflict with Russia. The country has also experienced a significant increase in alcohol abuse, which is a major risk factor for suicide.
United Arab Emirates
Suicide Rate
6.4 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#104
4.63%
Ranked in the World
#42
United Kingdom
Suicide Rate
7.9 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#85
5.02%
Ranked in the World
#22
United States of America
Suicide Rate
16.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#23
4.92%
Ranked in the World
#29
Uruguay
Suicide Rate
21.2 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#12
3.34%
Ranked in the World
#138
Uzbekistan
Suicide Rate
8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#81
3.12%
Ranked in the World
#160
Vanuatu
Suicide Rate
18 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#17
2.63%
Ranked in the World
#185
Venezuela
Suicide Rate
2.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#171
3.53%
Ranked in the World
#122
Vietnam
Suicide Rate
7.5 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#90
2.83%
Ranked in the World
#172
Yemen
Suicide Rate
5.8 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#116
4.2%
Ranked in the World
#65
Zambia
Suicide Rate
7.3 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#92
3.16%
Ranked in the World
#153
Zimbabwe
Suicide Rate
14.1 per 100k
Ranked in the World
#33
2.76%
Ranked in the World
#176
FAQs
What country has the highest suicide rate ?
The country with the highest suicide rate is Lesotho, with 72.4 suicides per 100,000 people.
Why do people commit suicide ?
Suicide is a difficult and often misunderstood issue. The reasons for this are complex and varied, but some of the most commonly cited include feelings of helplessness or hopelessness, a lack of connection to others, or an inability to cope with overwhelming thoughts or life circumstances.
What are the top 10 suicidal countries in the world ?
The top 10 suicidal countries in the world are:
1. Lesotho – 72.4 per 100k
2. Guyana – 40.3 per 100k
3. Eswatini – 29.4 per 100k
4. South Korea – 28.6 per 100k
5. Federated States of Micronesia – 28.2 per 100k
6. Lithuania – 26.1 per 100k
7. Suriname – 25.4 per 100k
8. Russia – 25.1 per 100k
9. South Africa – 23.5 per 100k
10. Ukraine – 21.6 per 100k
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