Birth rate, crude (per 1,000 people) in Saudi Arabia was reported at 16.42 % in 2023, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Saudi Arabia - Birth rate, crude - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on August of 2025.

Fertility rate, total (births per woman) in Saudi Arabia was reported at 2.28 % in 2023, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Saudi Arabia - Fertility rate, total (births per woman) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on August of 2025.

The Occupied Palestinian territories, namely the West Bank and Gaza Strip, had the highest average births per woman in the Middle East and North Africa region (MENA), reaching almost 3.5 and 3.3 births per woman respectively in 2024. Qatar and Saudi Arabia had the lowest birth rates per woman in the region.

Adolescent fertility rate (births per 1,000 women ages 15-19) in Saudi Arabia was reported at 11.11 % in 2023, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Saudi Arabia - Adolescent fertility rate (births per 1,000 women ages 15-19) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

This statistic shows the total population of Saudi Arabia from 2020 to 2024, with projections up until 2030. In 2024, Saudi Arabia's total population amounted to 35.3 million inhabitants. Population of Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia, the second largest Arab state, is a nation in development. As a result of the economic stability, gross domestic product (GDP) has grown by about 520 billion U.S. dollars over the past decade. This comes as a result of Saudi Arabia’s positive trade balance and the fact that Saudi Arabia exports about 2.5 times more goods than it imports. Therefore, it is no surprise that Saudi Arabia has constantly had a very high GDP growth in the past decade. In a developing country, there is a tendency for the population to move to more urban cities where the employment rates are higher. The degree of urbanization in Saudi Arabia has grown by around 2 percent from 2002 to 2012. Some of the biggest cities in Saudi Arabia have witnessed the urbanization changes first-hand. The capital of Saudi Arabia and the biggest city, Ar-Riyad, is home to about five million inhabitants. However, the high number of illegal immigrants in Saudi Arabia also accounts for the total population. More awareness to health risks and better living conditions have increased the life expectancy at birth in Saudi Arabia by about 3 years in the last decade. With a rapidly growing total population, it has grown by around 8 million inhabitants over the past decade, the government has set some rules to avoid overcrowding and overpopulation. The fertility rate in Saudi has steadily decreased over the past years in order to attempt to control the rapidly growing population.

Mortality rate, under-5, female (per 1,000 live births) in Saudi Arabia was reported at 6 % in 2023, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. Saudi Arabia - Mortality rate, under-5, female (per 1,000 live births) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on August of 2025.

The Middle East and Africa (MEA) baby food industry is poised for substantial growth, with a market size valued at XX million in 2025 and projected to reach over XX million by 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 6.48% during the forecast period. This growth is attributed to several key drivers, including rising birth rates, increasing disposable income, and growing awareness about the importance of early nutrition. Furthermore, the increasing prevalence of nuclear families and dual-income households have led to a greater demand for convenient and nutritious baby food options. The industry landscape is characterized by a competitive environment, with major players such as Nestlé SA, Orchard Baby Food, Tiger Brands, and Abbott Laboratories holding significant market shares. Regional markets such as Saudi Arabia and South Africa are expected to witness robust growth due to the presence of a large consumer base and government initiatives promoting child health and nutrition Recent developments include: June 2022: Australian infant nutrition startup Sprout Organic partnered with the world's largest e-commerce platform, Amazon, and launched its plant-based baby formula. Sprout's launched its organic baby food in the Middle East at the Saudi Food Expo., March 2022: Le Lionceau, a Dakar-based company specializing in producing and marketing for children aged six months to 36 months, launched its products in Senegal. The company claims that its products are highly nutritional and are made from locally produced fruits, vegetables, cereals, and ingredients., September 2021: Kylie Jenner launched "Kylie Baby" in Africa and worldwide. The product is available on the Takealot website in Africa.. Key drivers for this market are: Growing Popularity of Single-Origin Coffee, Product Differentiation and Marketing Strategies. Potential restraints include: Presence of Substitutes Hampering Market Growth. Notable trends are: Increasing Infant Population Driving the Baby Food Market in the Region.