Demographics

Spain Sees First Increase in Birth Rate in a Decade, But Regional Variations Highlight Ongoing Demographic Challenges

After a decade of declining birth rates, Spain has witnessed a modest but significant increase in the number of births in 2024. This shift, although small, marks a crucial turning point in the country's demographic landscape.

National Trends

According to data from the National Statistics Institute (INE), a total of 322,034 babies were born in Spain in 2024, representing a 0.4% increase (1,378 more births) compared to the previous year. This rise is largely attributed to net migration, which has seen over 642,000 people move to Spain in the last two and a half years, one of the highest immigration rates in Europe[1][2].