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Puerto Rico's life expectancy at birth stands at 82.3 years in 2026, among the highest globally. It has risen by 22 years since 1950. About 35K people die a year, a crude death rate of 10.9 per 1,000. Infant mortality is 4.6 per 1,000 live births, down 93% since 1950. Women live about 6.9 years longer than men. Those who reach 65 can expect roughly 22 more years, while the risk of dying between 15 and 60 is 8%. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 91.0 years.
Life expectancy
82.3 years
Infant mortality
4.6 per 1,000 births
Under-5 mortality
6.2 per 1,000 births
Crude death rate
10.9 per 1,000 people
Puerto Rico has achieved exceptional longevity, with life expectancy at 82.3 years, among the highest in the world. This represents remarkable progress: a gain of 22 years since 1950. Infant mortality has been reduced by 93% since 1950, now at just 4.6 per 1,000 births. Women outlive men by 7 years, a larger gap than typical. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 91.0 years.