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A baby born in Greenland in 2026 can expect to live 70.4 years, moderate by global standards. Life expectancy has risen by 31 years since 1950. About 589 people die a year, a crude death rate of 10.6 per 1,000. Infant mortality is 9.2 per 1,000 live births, down 93% since 1950. Women live about 4.5 years longer than men. Those who reach 65 can expect roughly 15 more years, while the risk of dying between 15 and 60 is 18.6%. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 79.7 years.
Life expectancy
70.4 years
Infant mortality
9.2 per 1,000 births
Under-5 mortality
10.9 per 1,000 births
Crude death rate
10.6 per 1,000 people
Life expectancy in Greenland is 70.4 years, below the global average of roughly 73 years. This represents remarkable progress: a gain of 31 years since 1950. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 79.7 years.