Fact Sheet
Top Facts & Statistics
48%
of all pregnancies worldwide were unintended in 2015–201968%
approximate reduction in unintended pregnancies if all unmet need for modern contraception were satisfied in low- and middle-income countries64
unintended pregnancies per 1,000 women aged 15-49 worldwide occurred annually between 2015-2019
Hear From An Expert
It is crucial to emphasize that investments in proven sexual and reproductive health interventions end up averting costs. Every $1 spent on contraceptive services beyond the current level would save about $3 in the cost of maternal, newborn and abortion care, because contraception reduces unintended pregnancies.
Elizabeth A. Sully
Senior Research Scientist