Preliminary data shows Indiana infant mortality remains steady at record low in 2025

Indiana's infant mortality rate remained at a record low of 6.3 deaths per 1,000 live births in 2025, matching the previous year's level. Preliminary data shows 500 infant deaths in 2025, down from 509 in 2024, though the state's rate remains above the national average of 5.36. The Indiana Department of Health highlighted initiatives like breastfeeding programs and safe sleep education to improve maternal and infant health.