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Life expectancy at age 80 (both sexes) (2026)

237/237 countries
Global7.75yearsYear-over-year+0.64%5-year change+11.52%
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Top 10 · Life expectancy at age 80 (both sexes) (2026)

Hong Kong is projected to lead the world in life expectancy at age 80 (both sexes) at 11.73 years in 2026, followed by Monaco (11.5 years) and Guadeloupe (11.24 years). Réunion (11.21 years) and Guam (11.19 years) close out the top 5. Next up, Gibraltar (11.11 years) and Japan (11.08 years). Puerto Rico (10.75 years), France (10.72 years), and San Marino (10.68 years) round out the top ten. Four of the top ten are in Europe.

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Frequently asked questions

Which country has the highest life expectancy at age 80 both sexes?
Hong Kong is projected to have the highest life expectancy at age 80 both sexes at 11.73 years in 2026, according to UN Population Division (2024).
Which country has the lowest life expectancy at age 80 both sexes?
Togo is projected to have the lowest life expectancy at age 80 both sexes at 4.74 years in 2026, according to UN Population Division (2024).
What is the global average life expectancy at age 80 both sexes?
The global average life expectancy at age 80 both sexes across 237 countries is projected to be 7.75 years in 2026, according to UN Population Division (2024).

Source: UN Population Division (2024) · Updated