Lithuania

Motherhood prevalence (TMR)

In 2024, Lithuania’s total maternal rate (TMR) stands at 54.7%, marking a decrease of 2.3 percentage points from 2023. Over the latest five-year period from 2020 to 2024, the TMR has consistently declined, averaging 59.8%. This figure is significantly lower than the 1970s average of 101.3%, reflecting a drop of approximately 46.6 percentage points. On a global scale, Lithuania ranks 33rd out of 38 countries for TMR, placing it among the lowest.

Within Europe, it holds a similar position, ranked 28th out of 31 countries in terms of maternal prevalence.

Average maternal age (AMA)

In 2024, the average maternal age in Lithuania reached 29.5 years, marking a slight increase of 0.25 years from 2023. The trend has been upward over the last five years, with a five-year average of 28.96 years. This figure stands about 5.2 years above the average maternal age recorded in the 1970s. On the international stage, Lithuania holds the 25th position out of 38 countries in terms of average maternal age. Within the European context, it ranks 20th among 31 nations.

Birthgap Generational Indicator (TFG)

In 2024, Lithuania's Birthgap Generational Indicator (TFG) stands at 48.2%, corresponding to a total fertility rate (TFR) of 1.07. This marks an increase of 3.9 percentage points from the previous year. The trend over the last five years shows rising childlessness, with the 2020–2024 average reaching 39.2%. Compared to the 1970s average of 0.1%, the current level is significantly higher by about 48.1 percentage points. The TFG hit its lowest point in the early 1970s (1970–1978), where it averaged 0.0%. On a global scale, Lithuania ranks fourth out of 38 countries in TFG, and within Europe, it is second among 31 countries.

Birth trajectory

If current birth trends continue, the number of births is expected to decrease significantly over the coming decades. Starting from 19,086 births in 2024, the total is projected to fall by half, reaching 9,543 by 2057. This downward trend is anticipated to continue, with births declining by 75% by 2090. By 2134, the number of births could drop by 90%, falling to just 1,909. These figures assume no impact from migration and reflect the ongoing changes in the birth trajectory.

Childlessness rate (TCR)

The lifetime childlessness rate (TCR) in Lithuania reached 45.3% in 2024, marking an increase of 2.3 percentage points from the previous year. Over the recent five-year period, this rate has been on the rise, averaging 40.2% between 2020 and 2024. When compared to the baseline from the 1970s, which was -1.3%, the current figure is approximately 46.6 percentage points higher. Lithuania ranks among the highest childlessness rates globally, positioned 6th out of 38 countries, and holds the 4th highest rate within Europe out of 31 countries.

Total births

In 2024, the total number of births in Lithuania reached 19,086, marking a decrease of 1,260 from the previous year. The total births have shown a declining trend over the last five years, with an average annual count of 21,932. When compared to the average in the 1970s, which stood at 53,001, current figures are significantly lower by 33,915 births, representing a 64.0% drop.

Birthgap Retirement Indicator (BRI)

The Birthgap Retirement Indicator (BRI) for Lithuania reached 51.1% in 2024, showing a slight increase of 1.4 percentage points from 2023. This metric has been on an upward trend over the last five years, with the average for 2020–2024 standing at 46.2%. When compared to the average of the 1970s, which was -47.3%, the current BRI is approximately 98.3 percentage points higher. On a global scale, Lithuania ranks seventh out of 35 countries for BRI, while within Europe, it holds the fourth highest position among 30 countries.