Abortion rate in Italy 2018-2021, by region
The abortion rate in Italy in 2021 varied significantly according to the region. In fact, according to the numbers, the highest abortion rate was registered in the region of Liguria, with 7.3 abortions every 1,000 women aged 15-49 years. By contrast, the lowest abortion rate was recorded in the region of Basilicata, with 3.7 abortions every 1,000 women. Abortion rates have generally decreased in 2021 compared to 2018.
This statistic shows the abortion rate in Italy in 2018 and 2021, by region (per 1,000 women aged 15-49 years).