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Life expectancy at age 65 for males (2026)

237/237 countries
Global15.5yearsYear-over-year+0.60%5-year change+10.61%
1950
2026
2100

Rankings at a glance

Top 10 · Life expectancy at age 65 for males (2026)

Monaco is projected to lead the world in life expectancy at age 65 for males, recording 21.82 years in 2026, followed by San Marino (21.51 years) and Hong Kong (21.34 years). Australia (21.07 years) and Gibraltar (20.66 years) close out the top 5. Next up, Réunion (20.65 years) and Switzerland (20.44 years). France (20.36 years), Japan (20.35 years), and Norway (20.2 years) round out the top ten. Six of the top ten are in Europe, with three from Western Europe.

Rank changes

How life expectancy at age 65 for males changed between 2021 and 2026

2021and2026

Historical trends

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Frequently asked questions

Which country has the highest male life expectancy at age 65?
Monaco is projected to have the highest male life expectancy at age 65 at 21.82 years in 2026, according to UN Population Division (2024).
Which country has the lowest male life expectancy at age 65?
Fiji is projected to have the lowest male life expectancy at age 65 at 10.75 years in 2026, according to UN Population Division (2024).
What is the global male life expectancy at age 65?
Weighted by population, the global male life expectancy at age 65 is projected to be 15.5 years in 2026, according to UN Population Division (2024).

Source: UN Population Division (2024) · Updated