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Bosnia and Herzegovina's life expectancy at birth stands at 78.4 years in 2026, moderate by global standards. Life expectancy has risen by 31 years since 1950. About 43 thousand people die a year, a crude death rate of 13.7 per 1,000. Infant mortality is 4.5 per 1,000 live births, down 97% since 1950. Women live about 6.3 years longer than men. Those who reach 65 can expect roughly 18 more years, while the risk of dying between 15 and 60 is 8.5%. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 88.8 years.
Life expectancy
78.4 years
Infant mortality
4.5 per 1,000 births
Under-5 mortality
5.1 per 1,000 births
Crude death rate
13.7 per 1,000 people
Life expectancy in Bosnia and Herzegovina is 78.4 years, above the global average. This represents remarkable progress: a gain of 31 years since 1950. Infant mortality has been reduced by 97% since 1950, now at just 4.5 per 1,000 births. Women outlive men by 6 years, a larger gap than typical. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 88.8 years.