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Interactive MapIntroductionAverage Life Expectancy by CountryCountries With Highest Life ExpectancyCountry With the Highest Life ExpectancyCountries With Lowest Life ExpectancyCountry With Lowest Life ExpectancyLife Expectancy by CountryAfghanistanAlbaniaAlgeriaAngolaAntigua and BarbudaArgentinaArmeniaArubaAustraliaAustriaAzerbaijanBahrainBangladeshBarbadosBelarusBelgiumBelizeBeninBermudaBhutanBoliviaBosnia and HerzegovinaBotswanaBrazilBritish Virgin IslandsBruneiBulgariaBurkina FasoBurundiCambodiaCameroonCanadaCentral African RepublicChadChileColombiaComorosCosta RicaCroatiaCubaCyprusCzech RepublicDemocratic Republic of the CongoDenmarkDjiboutiDominicaDominican RepublicEast TimorEcuadorEgyptEl SalvadorEquatorial GuineaEritreaEstoniaEswatiniEthiopiaFaroe IslandsFederated States of MicronesiaFijiFinlandFranceGabonGeorgiaGermanyGhanaGreeceGrenadaGuamGuatemalaGuineaGuinea-BissauGuyanaHaitiHondurasHong KongHungaryIcelandIndiaIndonesiaIranIraqIrelandIsle of ManIsraelItalyIvory CoastJamaicaJapanJordanKazakhstanKenyaKiribatiKosovoKuwaitKyrgyzstanLaosLatviaLebanonLesothoLiberiaLibyaLiechtensteinLithuaniaLuxembourgMacauMadagascarMalawiMalaysiaMaldivesMaliMaltaMarshall IslandsMauritaniaMauritiusMexicoMoldovaMongoliaMontenegroMoroccoMozambiqueMyanmarNamibiaNauruNepalNetherlandsNew CaledoniaNew ZealandNicaraguaNigerNigeriaNorth KoreaNorwayOmanPakistanPanamaPapua New GuineaParaguayPeople's Republic of ChinaPeruPhilippinesPolandPortugalPuerto RicoQatarRepublic of the CongoRomaniaRussiaRwandaSamoaSaudi ArabiaSenegalSerbiaSeychellesSierra LeoneSingaporeSlovakiaSloveniaSolomon IslandsSomaliaSouth AfricaSouth KoreaSouth SudanSpainSri LankaSudanSurinameSwedenSwitzerlandTajikistanTanzaniaThailandThe BahamasThe GambiaTogoTongaTrinidad and TobagoTunisiaTurkmenistanTurks and Caicos IslandsTuvaluUgandaUkraineUnited Arab EmiratesUnited KingdomUnited States of AmericaUnited States Virgin IslandsUruguayUzbekistanVanuatuVenezuelaVietnamYemenZambiaZimbabweFAQsWhat country has the highest life expectancy ?What country has the lowest life expectancy ?
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Introduction

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), global life expectancy has made tremendous progress over the years, increasing from an average of just 43.5 years in 1950 to 72.6 years today. This is largely due to advances in medical science, improved public health measures and better nutrition for more people around the world. In particular, life expectancy at birth has increased substantially in countries across all regions since 1950, with the longest life expectancy now reaching up to over 83 years in many high-income countries such as Switzerland and Japan. Low-income countries have seen significant gains too, although progress has been slower and lags behind that of high-income countries; life expectancy at birth in some low-income countries is still as low as 55 years. As a result of these improvements, 8 out of every 10 people alive today can expect to live until their 70th birthday on average – compared with 6 out of 10 people in 2000. These advancements are also helping reduce premature mortality globally and increase healthy life expectancy at birth by 1 year per decade.

Average Life Expectancy by Country

#CountryLife Expectancy (2021)Percentage Change (vs. 2020)
1Hong Kong85.49-0.01%
2Macau85.40.26%
3Japan84.45-0.13%
4Liechtenstein84.43.36%
5Switzerland83.851.02%
6South Korea83.530.12%
7Faroe Islands83.50.36%
8Singapore83.44-1.22%
9Australia83.30.12%
10Spain83.181.03%
11Norway83.16-0.06%
12Sweden83.160.97%
13Iceland83.120.07%
14Malta82.860.62%
15Italy82.80.73%
16Luxembourg82.750.74%
17Canada82.61.14%
18Israel82.5-0.18%
19France82.320.17%
20New Zealand82.21-0.06%
21Ireland82.1-0.56%
22Finland81.930%
23Belgium81.891.47%
24Netherlands81.460.12%
25Denmark81.4-0.25%
26Austria81.240.06%
27Cyprus81.2-0.23%
28Portugal81.070.11%
29Germany80.9-0.17%
30Slovenia80.880.43%
31United Kingdom80.70.44%
32Isle of Man80.53-0.07%
33Greece80.18-1.37%
34Puerto Rico80.162.72%
35United States Virgin Islands80.070.31%
36Maldives79.920.05%
37Bermuda79.28-2.29%
38Qatar79.270.21%
39New Caledonia79.13-2.1%
40Chile78.94-0.55%
41Bahrain78.76-0.52%
42Thailand78.72-0.69%
43United Arab Emirates78.71-0.3%
44Kuwait78.672.28%
45Antigua and Barbuda78.5-0.43%
46People's Republic of China78.210.17%
47Barbados77.570.23%
48Czech Republic77.37-1.1%
49Costa Rica77.02-2.85%
50Saudi Arabia76.940.92%
51Kosovo76.810.31%
52Estonia76.74-2.37%
53Guam76.660.07%
54Albania76.46-0.69%
55Croatia76.42-1.67%
56Sri Lanka76.40.01%
57Algeria76.382.59%
58United States of America76.33-0.84%
59Panama76.22-0.57%
60Poland75.6-1.18%
61Uruguay75.44-3.81%
62Argentina75.39-0.66%
63Bosnia and Herzegovina75.3-1.22%
64Lebanon75.05-3.53%
65Grenada74.940.03%
66Malaysia74.88-1.4%
67Slovakia74.71-2.81%
68Brunei74.64-0.21%
69Aruba74.63-1.44%
70Turks and Caicos Islands74.59-0.55%
71British Virgin Islands74.49-1.79%
72Hungary74.47-1.46%
73Lithuania74.34-0.85%
74Jordan74.26-1.22%
75Morocco74.040.16%
76Iran73.88-1.27%
77Nicaragua73.842.84%
78Montenegro73.82-2.78%
79Tunisia73.77-2.02%
80Cuba73.68-5.01%
81Mauritius73.68-0.67%
82Ecuador73.672.11%
83Vietnam73.62-2.33%
84Seychelles73.4-4.97%
85Latvia73.28-2.54%
86North Korea73.280.01%
87Trinidad and Tobago72.97-1.94%
88Romania72.96-1.74%
89Colombia72.83-2.59%
90Dominica72.81-1.14%
91Samoa72.770%
92Brazil72.75-1.7%
93Serbia72.73-2.35%
94Dominican Republic72.62-0.37%
95Oman72.54-2.97%
96Bangladesh72.380.57%
97Peru72.38-1.75%
98Belarus72.37-0.12%
99Armenia72.04-0.18%
100Libya71.91-0.77%
101Kyrgyzstan71.90.14%
102Bhutan71.820.29%
103Georgia71.69-1.48%
104The Bahamas71.6-1.49%
105Tajikistan71.595.29%
106Bulgaria71.51-2.92%
107Tonga70.990.08%
108Mongolia70.98-1.61%
109Uzbekistan70.860.75%
110El Salvador70.75-0.44%
111Federated States of Micronesia70.710.06%
112Venezuela70.55-0.77%
113Jamaica70.5-1.91%
114Belize70.47-3.27%
115Vanuatu70.450.21%
116Iraq70.381.82%
117Solomon Islands70.350.21%
118Suriname70.27-3.16%
119Paraguay70.26-3.99%
120Kazakhstan70.23-1.6%
121Egypt70.22-1.08%
122Mexico70.210.11%
123Honduras70.12-1.88%
124Ukraine69.65-2.16%
125Cambodia69.58-1.19%
126Azerbaijan69.373.74%
127Russia69.36-2.78%
128Philippines69.27-3.95%
129Turkmenistan69.260.83%
130Guatemala69.24-3.57%
131Moldova68.85-1.88%
132Nepal68.45-1.16%
133Laos68.06-0.64%
134East Timor67.74-1.08%
135Indonesia67.57-1.8%
136Kiribati67.420.22%
137India67.24-4.15%
138Fiji67.11-1.19%
139Senegal67.09-1.35%
140Eritrea66.54-0.88%
141Tanzania66.2-0.32%
142Pakistan66.1-0.26%
143Rwanda66.07-1.05%
144Gabon65.82-1.07%
145Guyana65.67-4.12%
146Myanmar65.67-1.69%
147Papua New Guinea65.35-0.67%
148Marshall Islands65.270.45%
149Sudan65.27-0.52%
150Ethiopia64.98-0.6%
151Tuvalu64.550.26%
152Madagascar64.49-1.06%
153Mauritania64.36-0.26%
154Ghana63.8-0.48%
155Yemen63.75-1.39%
156Bolivia63.63-1.3%
157Nauru63.620.28%
158Republic of the Congo63.52-0.42%
159Comoros63.42-1.17%
160Haiti63.19-1.34%
161Malawi62.9-1.29%
162Uganda62.71-0.22%
163South Africa62.34-4.46%
164Djibouti62.31-0.61%
165The Gambia62.08-0.85%
166Afghanistan61.98-0.96%
167Burundi61.660.15%
168Angola61.64-1%
169Togo61.620.95%
170Niger61.580.21%
171Kenya61.43-1.99%
172Zambia61.22-1.86%
173Botswana61.14-6.87%
174Liberia60.75-0.33%
175Equatorial Guinea60.59-0.2%
176Cameroon60.33-0.82%
177Sierra Leone60.060.5%
178Benin59.82-0.45%
179Guinea-Bissau59.65-0.58%
180Mozambique59.33-3.01%
181Burkina Faso59.27-0.77%
182Namibia59.27-5.67%
183Zimbabwe59.25-3.06%
184Democratic Republic of the Congo59.19-0.92%
185Mali58.940.53%
186Guinea58.89-0.74%
187Ivory Coast58.6-0.73%
188Eswatini57.07-4.39%
189Somalia55.28-1.23%
190South Sudan54.98-0.9%
191Central African Republic53.9-1.28%
192Lesotho53.06-2.98%
193Nigeria52.68-0.4%
194Chad52.53-0.47%

Countries With Highest Life Expectancy

The ten countries with the highest life expectancy are Hong Kong, Macau, Japan, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, South Korea, Faroe Islands, Singapore, Australia, and Spain. Hong Kong, ranking first with an average life expectancy of 85.49, leads the pack, closely followed by Macau at 85.4, making them the top two countries with the highest life expectancy. Japan secures the third spot for countries with the highest life expectancy, with an average life expectancy of 84.45, while Liechtenstein claims the fourth position at 84.4. Switzerland ranks fifth country with the highest life expectancy, boasting an average life expectancy of 83.85. South Korea, Faroe Islands, Singapore, Australia, and Spain round out the top ten countries with the highest life expectancy, with respective life expectancies of 83.53, 83.5, 83.44, 83.3, and 83.18.

The ten countries with the longest life expectancy are :

1. Hong Kong – 85.49
2. Macau – 85.4
3. Japan – 84.45
4. Liechtenstein – 84.4
5. Switzerland – 83.85
6. South Korea – 83.53
7. Faroe Islands – 83.5
8. Singapore – 83.44
9. Australia – 83.3
10. Spain – 83.18

Country With the Highest Life Expectancy

Hong Kong stands as the country with the highest life expectancy, boasting an impressive average of 85.49 years. Located on the southeastern coast of China, Hong Kong is renowned for its efficient healthcare system, high standard of living, and advanced medical technologies. Factors contributing to its exceptional life expectancy include a strong emphasis on public health initiatives, access to quality healthcare services, and a generally high standard of living. The city’s efficient healthcare infrastructure and focus on preventive healthcare measures have played a significant role in promoting longevity among its residents.

Countries With Lowest Life Expectancy

The ten countries with the lowest life expectancy are Chad, Nigeria, Lesotho, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Somalia, Eswatini, Ivory Coast, Guinea, and Mali. Chad has the lowest life expectancy at 52.53 years, followed closely by Nigeria at 52.68 years. Lesotho ranks third for countries with the lowest life expectancy, with an average life expectancy of 53.06 years, while the Central African Republic comes in fourth at 53.9 years. South Sudan follows closely as the fifth lowest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 54.98 years, and Somalia comes in sixth place, with an average life expectancy of 55.28 years. Eswatini, the seventh country with the lowest life expectancy, has an average life expectancy of 57.07 years, while the Ivory Coast comes in eighth place, at 58.6 years. Finally, the ninth and tenth countries with the lowest life expectancies are Guinea at 58.89 years, and Mali at 58.94 years. All of these ten countries face significant challenges in terms of healthcare, poverty, political instability, and other socioeconomic factors that impact life expectancy.

The ten countries with the lowest life expectancy are :

1. Chad – 52.53
2. Nigeria – 52.68
3. Lesotho – 53.06
4. Central African Republic – 53.9
5. South Sudan – 54.98
6. Somalia – 55.28
7. Eswatini – 57.07
8. Ivory Coast – 58.6
9. Guinea – 58.89
10. Mali – 58.94

Country With Lowest Life Expectancy

Chad, with a life expectancy of 52.53 years, holds the unfortunate distinction of having the lowest life expectancy among all countries. Located in Central Africa, Chad faces numerous challenges that contribute to its low life expectancy. These challenges include high rates of poverty, limited access to healthcare services, inadequate sanitation, and a high burden of communicable diseases such as malaria and HIV/AIDS. Additionally, the country has faced political instability and conflicts, which further exacerbate the already challenging living conditions for its population.

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Afghanistan

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61.98

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#166

Albania

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76.46

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#54

Algeria

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76.38

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#57

Angola

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61.64

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#168

Antigua and Barbuda

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78.5

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#45

Argentina

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75.39

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#62

Armenia

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72.04

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#99

Aruba

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74.63

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#69

Australia

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83.3

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#9

Australia, with a life expectancy of 83.3 years, has the ninth highest life expectancy. The country's universal healthcare system, high standard of living, and active lifestyle contribute to its high life expectancy.

Austria

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81.24

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#26

Austria is the twenty-sixth country with the highest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 81.24 years. Austrians enjoy a high standard of living, excellent healthcare services, and a strong commitment to public health.

Azerbaijan

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69.37

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#126

Bahrain

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78.76

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#41

Bangladesh

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72.38

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#96

Barbados

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77.57

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#47

Belarus

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72.37

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#98

Belgium

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81.89

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#23

Belgium is the twenty-third country with the highest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 81.89 years. The country's universal healthcare system, strong social welfare programs, and focus on preventive care support the health and well-being of its citizens.

Belize

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70.47

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#114

Benin

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59.82

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#178

Bermuda

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79.28

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#37

Bhutan

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71.82

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#102

Bolivia

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63.63

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#156

Bosnia and Herzegovina

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75.3

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#63

Botswana

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61.14

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#173

Brazil

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72.75

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#92

British Virgin Islands

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74.49

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#71

Brunei

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74.64

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#68

Bulgaria

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71.51

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#106

Burkina Faso

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59.27

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#181

Burundi

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61.66

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#167

Cambodia

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69.58

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#125

Cameroon

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60.33

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#176

Canada

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82.6

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#17

Canada has the seventeenth longest life expectancy in the world, with a life expectancy of 82.6 years. The country's universal healthcare system, emphasis on public health, and favorable living conditions contribute to its high life expectancy.

Central African Republic

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53.9

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#191

The Central African Republic has a life expectancy of 53.9 years, placing it among the countries with the lowest life expectancy. The nation struggles with ongoing conflicts, political instability, and limited access to healthcare services.

Chad

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52.53

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Chad is the country with the lowest life expectancy in the world, with an average life expectancy of 52.53 years. The country faces significant challenges in terms of healthcare access, poverty, and the prevalence of communicable diseases.

Chile

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78.94

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#40

Colombia

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72.83

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#89

Comoros

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63.42

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#159

Costa Rica

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77.02

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#49

Croatia

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76.42

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#55

Cuba

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73.68

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#80

Cyprus

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81.2

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#27

Cyprus is the twenty-seventh country with the highest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 81.2 years. This Mediterranean island nation has a well-functioning healthcare system, favorable climate, and a culture that values a balanced lifestyle.

Czech Republic

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77.37

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#48

Democratic Republic of the Congo

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59.19

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#184

Denmark

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81.4

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#25

Denmark is the twenty-fifth country with the highest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 81.4 years. The country provides universal healthcare, emphasizes work-life balance, and promotes a healthy and active lifestyle.

Djibouti

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62.31

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#164

Dominica

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72.81

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#90

Dominican Republic

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72.62

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#94

East Timor

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67.74

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#134

Ecuador

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73.67

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#82

Egypt

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70.22

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#121

El Salvador

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70.75

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#110

Equatorial Guinea

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60.59

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#175

Eritrea

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66.54

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#140

Estonia

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76.74

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#52

Eswatini

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57.07

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#188

Eswatini has an average life expectancy of 57.07 years, making it one of the countries with lowest life expectancy rates. The nation faces challenges such as high HIV prevalence, poverty, and limited access to healthcare.

Ethiopia

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64.98

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#150

Faroe Islands

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83.5

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#7

The Faroe Islands, with a life expectancy of 83.5 years, ranks seventh for countries with the highest life expectancy. This autonomous territory of Denmark benefits from a well-functioning healthcare system and a close-knit community that values health and well-being.

Federated States of Micronesia

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70.71

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#111

Fiji

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67.11

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#138

Finland

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81.93

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Finland is the twenty-second country with the highest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 81.93 years. The country invests in healthcare and education, promotes physical activity, and values social equality, all of which contribute to the high life expectancy.

France

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82.32

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#19

France has the nineteenth longest life expectancy in the world, with a life expectancy of 82.32 years. The country is renowned for its healthy cuisine, active lifestyle, and comprehensive healthcare system.

Gabon

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65.82

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#144

Georgia

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71.69

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#103

Germany

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80.9

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Germany is the twenty-ninth country with the highest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 80.9 years. The country's well-developed healthcare infrastructure, high standard of living, and focus on preventive care contribute to its high life expectancy.

Ghana

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63.8

↓ 0.48%

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#154

Greece

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80.18

↓ 1.37%

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#33

Grenada

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74.94

↑ 0.03%

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#65

Guam

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76.66

↑ 0.07%

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#53

Guatemala

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69.24

↓ 3.57%

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#130

Guinea

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58.89

↓ 0.74%

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#186

With an average life expectancy of 58.89 years, Guinea ranks ninth among the countries with the lowest life expectancies. The country faces challenges such as limited access to quality healthcare, poverty, and high infant mortality rates.

Guinea-Bissau

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59.65

↓ 0.58%

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#179

Guyana

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65.67

↓ 4.12%

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#145

Haiti

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63.19

↓ 1.34%

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Ranked in the World

#160

Honduras

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70.12

↓ 1.88%

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Ranked in the World

#123

Hong Kong

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85.49

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#1

As of 2021, the country with the highest life expectancy is Hong Kong, with an average life expectancy of 85.49 years. Hong Kong, a Special Administrative Region of China, has consistently ranked at the top in terms of life expectancy. Several factors contribute to its high life expectancy, including a well-developed healthcare system, high living standards, access to quality education, and a strong emphasis on public health initiatives. Additionally, Hong Kong benefits from a generally affluent population and a culture that promotes healthy lifestyles. These factors collectively contribute to the longevity and well-being of its residents, making Hong Kong the leader in life expectancy worldwide.

Hungary

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74.47

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#72

Iceland

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83.12

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#13

Iceland is the thirteenth country with the longest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 83.12 years. This Nordic island nation boasts a high standard of living, low pollution levels, and a healthcare system that emphasizes preventive care.

India

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67.24

↓ 4.15%

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#137

Indonesia

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67.57

↓ 1.8%

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Ranked in the World

#135

Iran

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73.88

↓ 1.27%

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#76

Iraq

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70.38

↑ 1.82%

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Ranked in the World

#116

Ireland

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82.1

↓ 0.56%

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#21

Ireland is the twenty-first country with the highest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 82.1 years. The country's healthcare system, social support programs, and focus on healthy living contribute to the well-being of its population.

Isle of Man

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80.53

↓ 0.07%

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#32

Israel

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82.5

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#18

Israel has the eighteenth longest life expectancy in the world, with a life expectancy of 82.5 years. The country's advanced healthcare system, strong social support networks, and focus on medical research contribute to the well-being of its population.

Italy

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82.8

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Italy is the fifteenth country with the longest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 82.8 years. Italians enjoy a Mediterranean diet, a culture that values family and social connections, and a well-established healthcare system.

Ivory Coast

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58.6

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#187

The Ivory Coast has a life expectancy of 58.6 years, ranking it eighth among the countries with lower life expectancies. The country faces challenges such as inadequate healthcare infrastructure, poverty, and diseases like malaria.

Jamaica

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70.5

↓ 1.91%

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#113

Japan

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84.45

↓ 0.13%

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#3

Japan is the third country with the highest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 84.45 years. The country is renowned for its healthy lifestyle choices, advanced healthcare system, and emphasis on preventive medicine.

Jordan

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74.26

↓ 1.22%

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Ranked in the World

#74

Kazakhstan

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70.23

↓ 1.6%

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Ranked in the World

#120

Kenya

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61.43

↓ 1.99%

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Ranked in the World

#171

Kiribati

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67.42

↑ 0.22%

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Ranked in the World

#136

Kosovo

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76.81

↑ 0.31%

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Ranked in the World

#51

Kuwait

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78.67

↑ 2.28%

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#44

Kyrgyzstan

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71.9

↑ 0.14%

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Ranked in the World

#101

Laos

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68.06

↓ 0.64%

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Ranked in the World

#133

Latvia

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73.28

↓ 2.54%

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Ranked in the World

#85

Lebanon

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75.05

↓ 3.53%

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Ranked in the World

#64

Lesotho

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53.06

↓ 2.98%

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Ranked in the World

#192

With an average life expectancy of 53.06 years, Lesotho ranks third among the countries with the lowest life expectancy. The country faces significant health challenges, including a high prevalence of HIV/AIDS, limited healthcare infrastructure, and poverty.

Liberia

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60.75

↓ 0.33%

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Ranked in the World

#174

Libya

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71.91

↓ 0.77%

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Ranked in the World

#100

Liechtenstein

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84.4

↑ 3.36%

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#4

Liechtenstein is the fourth country with the highest life expectancy, a life expectancy of 84.4 years. This small European principality is known for its high standard of living, excellent healthcare infrastructure, and focus on overall well-being.

Lithuania

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74.34

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#73

Luxembourg

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82.75

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#16

Luxembourg has the sixteenth longest life expectancy in the world, with a life expectancy of 82.75 years. This small European country has a high standard of living, excellent healthcare infrastructure, and a strong commitment to public health.

Macau

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85.4

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Macau is the second country with the highest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 85.4 years. Macau, known for its thriving tourism and entertainment industry, also enjoys excellent healthcare services and a high standard of living.

Madagascar

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64.49

↓ 1.06%

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Ranked in the World

#152

Malawi

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62.9

↓ 1.29%

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Ranked in the World

#161

Malaysia

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74.88

↓ 1.4%

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Ranked in the World

#66

Maldives

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79.92

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Ranked in the World

#36

Mali

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58.94

↑ 0.53%

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#185

Mali has a life expectancy of 58.94 years, placing it among the countries with the lowest life expectancies. The nation faces challenges related to healthcare access, poverty, and political instability.

Malta

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82.86

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Malta is the fourteenth country with the longest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 82.86 years. This Mediterranean country offers excellent healthcare services and a favorable climate, contributing to the well-being of its population.

Marshall Islands

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65.27

↑ 0.45%

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#148

Mauritania

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64.36

↓ 0.26%

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Ranked in the World

#153

Mauritius

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73.68

↓ 0.67%

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Ranked in the World

#81

Mexico

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70.21

↑ 0.11%

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Ranked in the World

#122

Moldova

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68.85

↓ 1.88%

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Ranked in the World

#131

Mongolia

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70.98

↓ 1.61%

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Ranked in the World

#108

Montenegro

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73.82

↓ 2.78%

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Ranked in the World

#78

Morocco

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74.04

↑ 0.16%

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Ranked in the World

#75

Mozambique

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59.33

↓ 3.01%

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Ranked in the World

#180

Myanmar

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65.67

↓ 1.69%

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Ranked in the World

#146

Namibia

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59.27

↓ 5.67%

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Ranked in the World

#182

Nauru

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63.62

↑ 0.28%

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Ranked in the World

#157

Nepal

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68.45

↓ 1.16%

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Ranked in the World

#132

Netherlands

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81.46

↑ 0.12%

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#24

The Netherlands is the twenty-fourth country with the highest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 81.46 years. This country is known for its well-organized healthcare system, cycling culture, and emphasis on healthy lifestyles.

New Caledonia

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79.13

↓ 2.1%

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#39

New Zealand

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82.21

↓ 0.06%

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#20

New Zealand is the twentieth country with the highest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 82.21 years. This island nation prioritizes public health initiatives, offers high-quality healthcare, and enjoys a clean and green environment.

Nicaragua

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73.84

↑ 2.84%

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Ranked in the World

#77

Niger

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61.58

↑ 0.21%

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Ranked in the World

#170

Nigeria

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52.68

↓ 0.4%

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Ranked in the World

#193

Nigeria follows closely behind Chad with a life expectancy of 52.68 years, making it one of the countries with the lowest life expectancy. The nation struggles with healthcare disparities, high infant mortality rates, and the burden of diseases such as malaria.

North Korea

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73.28

↑ 0.01%

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Ranked in the World

#86

Norway

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83.16

↓ 0.06%

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#11

Norway, with a life expectancy of 83.16 years, has the eleventh longest life expectancy in the world. The Scandinavian country prioritizes public health, provides high-quality healthcare, and offers favorable living conditions.

Oman

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72.54

↓ 2.97%

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Ranked in the World

#95

Pakistan

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66.1

↓ 0.26%

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Ranked in the World

#142

Panama

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76.22

↓ 0.57%

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Ranked in the World

#59

Papua New Guinea

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65.35

↓ 0.67%

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Ranked in the World

#147

Paraguay

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70.26

↓ 3.99%

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Ranked in the World

#119

People's Republic of China

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78.21

↑ 0.17%

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Ranked in the World

#46

Peru

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72.38

↓ 1.75%

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Ranked in the World

#97

Philippines

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69.27

↓ 3.95%

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Ranked in the World

#128

Poland

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75.6

↓ 1.18%

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Ranked in the World

#60

Portugal

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81.07

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#28

Portugal is the twenty-eighth country with the highest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 81.07 years. The country's healthcare system, Mediterranean diet, and emphasis on well-being contribute to the longevity of its population.

Puerto Rico

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80.16

↑ 2.72%

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Ranked in the World

#34

Qatar

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79.27

↑ 0.21%

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Ranked in the World

#38

Republic of the Congo

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63.52

↓ 0.42%

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Ranked in the World

#158

Romania

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72.96

↓ 1.74%

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Ranked in the World

#88

Russia

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69.36

↓ 2.78%

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Ranked in the World

#127

Rwanda

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66.07

↓ 1.05%

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Ranked in the World

#143

Samoa

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72.77

- 0%

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Ranked in the World

#91

Saudi Arabia

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76.94

↑ 0.92%

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Ranked in the World

#50

Senegal

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67.09

↓ 1.35%

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Ranked in the World

#139

Serbia

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72.73

↓ 2.35%

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Ranked in the World

#93

Seychelles

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73.4

↓ 4.97%

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Ranked in the World

#84

Sierra Leone

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60.06

↑ 0.5%

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Ranked in the World

#177

Singapore

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83.44

↓ 1.22%

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#8

Singapore, with a life expectancy of 83.44 years, has the eighth highest life expectancy. The city-state is known for its efficient healthcare system, clean environment, and focus on public health and safety.

Slovakia

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74.71

↓ 2.81%

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Ranked in the World

#67

Slovenia

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80.88

↑ 0.43%

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#30

Slovenia is the thirtieth country with the highest life expectancy, with a life expectancy of 80.88 years. This Central European nation benefits from a well-regulated healthcare system and a strong commitment to public health initiatives, resulting in a high life expectancy.

Solomon Islands

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70.35

↑ 0.21%

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Ranked in the World

#117

Somalia

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55.28

↓ 1.23%

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Ranked in the World

#189

Somalia has a life expectancy of 55.28 years, placing it among the countries with the lowest life expectancy. The country has faced prolonged instability, inadequate healthcare infrastructure, and recurring humanitarian crises.

South Africa

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62.34

↓ 4.46%

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Ranked in the World

#163

South Korea

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83.53

↑ 0.12%

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#6

South Korea, with a life expectancy of 83.53 years, ranks sixth for countries with the highest life expectancy. The nation has made significant advancements in healthcare and has a strong emphasis on public health initiatives and disease prevention.

South Sudan

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54.98

↓ 0.9%

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#190

South Sudan has an average life expectancy of 54.98 years, which is one of the lowest life expectancies globally. The country faces numerous challenges, including armed conflict, food insecurity, and limited access to healthcare.

Spain

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83.18

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#10

Spain, which has a life expectancy of 83.18 years, has the tenth highest life expectancy in the world. Spaniards benefit from a Mediterranean diet, a strong healthcare system, and a lifestyle that promotes longevity and well-being.

Sri Lanka

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76.4

↑ 0.01%

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#56

Sudan

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65.27

↓ 0.52%

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#149

Suriname

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70.27

↓ 3.16%

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#118

Sweden

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83.16

↑ 0.97%

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#12

Sweden, with a life expectancy of 83.16 years, has the twelfth longest life expectancy in the world. The country, just like its Norwegian neighbor, prioritizes public health, provides high-quality healthcare, and offers favorable living conditions.

Switzerland

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83.85

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Switzerland, with a life expectancy of 83.85 years, ranks fifth for countries with the highest life expectancy. The country's healthcare system is highly regarded, and it boasts a high-quality education system and favorable socioeconomic conditions.

Tajikistan

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71.59

↑ 5.29%

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Ranked in the World

#105

Tanzania

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66.2

↓ 0.32%

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Ranked in the World

#141

Thailand

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78.72

↓ 0.69%

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Ranked in the World

#42

The Bahamas

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71.6

↓ 1.49%

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Ranked in the World

#104

The Gambia

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62.08

↓ 0.85%

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Ranked in the World

#165

Togo

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61.62

↑ 0.95%

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#169

Tonga

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70.99

↑ 0.08%

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Ranked in the World

#107

Trinidad and Tobago

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72.97

↓ 1.94%

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Ranked in the World

#87

Tunisia

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73.77

↓ 2.02%

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#79

Turkmenistan

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69.26

↑ 0.83%

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#129

Turks and Caicos Islands

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74.59

↓ 0.55%

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Ranked in the World

#70

Tuvalu

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64.55

↑ 0.26%

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Ranked in the World

#151

Uganda

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62.71

↓ 0.22%

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Ranked in the World

#162

Ukraine

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69.65

↓ 2.16%

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Ranked in the World

#124

United Arab Emirates

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78.71

↓ 0.3%

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Ranked in the World

#43

United Kingdom

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80.7

↑ 0.44%

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Ranked in the World

#31

United States of America

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76.33

↓ 0.84%

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Ranked in the World

#58

United States Virgin Islands

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80.07

↑ 0.31%

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Ranked in the World

#35

Uruguay

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75.44

↓ 3.81%

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Ranked in the World

#61

Uzbekistan

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70.86

↑ 0.75%

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Ranked in the World

#109

Vanuatu

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70.45

↑ 0.21%

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Ranked in the World

#115

Venezuela

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70.55

↓ 0.77%

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Ranked in the World

#112

Vietnam

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73.62

↓ 2.33%

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Ranked in the World

#83

Yemen

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63.75

↓ 1.39%

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Ranked in the World

#155

Zambia

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61.22

↓ 1.86%

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Ranked in the World

#172

Zimbabwe

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59.25

↓ 3.06%

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Ranked in the World

#183

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FAQs

What country has the highest life expectancy ?

The country with the highest life expectancy is Hong Kong, with an average life expectancy of 85.49 years.

What country has the lowest life expectancy ?

The country with the lowest life expectancy is Chad, with an average life expectancy of 52.53 years.

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