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Life expectancy at age 80 for males (2026)

237/237 countries
Global6.96yearsYear-over-year+0.71%5-year change+12.23%
1950
2026
2100

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Top 10 · Life expectancy at age 80 for males (2026)

Hong Kong is projected to lead the world in life expectancy at age 80 for males at 10.4 years in 2026, followed by Monaco (10.3 years) and Réunion (10.15 years). Gibraltar (9.78 years) and Chile (9.76 years) close out the top 5. Next up, Guam (9.74 years) and San Marino (9.69 years). Australia (9.62 years), Guadeloupe (9.61 years), and France (9.55 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 male life expectancy at age 80?
Hong Kong is projected to have the highest male life expectancy at age 80 at 10.4 years in 2026, according to UN Population Division (2024).
Which country has the lowest male life expectancy at age 80?
Burkina Faso is projected to have the lowest male life expectancy at age 80 at 4.5 years in 2026, according to UN Population Division (2024).
What is the global average male life expectancy at age 80?
The global average male life expectancy at age 80 across 237 countries is projected to be 6.96 years in 2026, according to UN Population Division (2024).

Source: UN Population Division (2024) · Updated