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A baby born in the Dominican Republic in 2026 can expect to live 74.1 years, moderate by global standards. Life expectancy has risen by 30 years since 1950. About 75 thousand people die a year, a crude death rate of 6.4 per 1,000. Infant mortality is 24.2 per 1,000 live births, down 85% since 1950. Women live about 6.4 years longer than men. Those who reach 65 can expect roughly 18 more years, while the risk of dying between 15 and 60 is 13.8%. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 83.5 years.
Life expectancy
74.1 years
Infant mortality
24.2 per 1,000 births
Under-5 mortality
30.2 per 1,000 births
Crude death rate
6.4 per 1,000 people
Life expectancy in the Dominican Republic is 74.1 years, around the global average of roughly 73 years. This represents remarkable progress: a gain of 30 years since 1950. Women outlive men by 6 years, a larger gap than typical. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 83.5 years.