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Cabo Verde's life expectancy at birth stands at 76.6 years in 2026, moderate by global standards. Life expectancy has risen by 32 years since 1950. About 3 thousand people die a year, a crude death rate of 5.2 per 1,000. Infant mortality is 8.8 per 1,000 live births, down 94% since 1950. Women live about 6.2 years longer than men. Those who reach 65 can expect roughly 17 more years, while the risk of dying between 15 and 60 is 11.0%. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 87.6 years.
Life expectancy
76.6 years
Infant mortality
8.8 per 1,000 births
Under-5 mortality
10.8 per 1,000 births
Crude death rate
5.2 per 1,000 people
Life expectancy in Cabo Verde is 76.6 years, above the global average. This represents remarkable progress: a gain of 32 years since 1950. Women outlive men by 6 years, a larger gap than typical. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 87.6 years.