how many people die every day

On average, about 172,824 people die every day worldwide in 2025 from various causes. Major countries contributing to this number include China (~32,077 deaths per day), India (~26,604 deaths per day), and the United States (~8,460 deaths per day) among others. Cardiovascular diseases and infectious diseases are leading causes of death globally. In the U.S. alone, around 8,460 people die daily, with heart disease being the top cause.