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Seychelles' life expectancy at birth stands at 73.3 years in 2026, moderate by global standards. Life expectancy has risen by 15 years since 1950. About 1 thousand people die a year, a crude death rate of 8.1 per 1,000. Infant mortality is 9.7 per 1,000 live births, down 89% since 1950. Women live about 6.6 years longer than men. Those who reach 65 can expect roughly 16 more years, while the risk of dying between 15 and 60 is 15.3%. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 84.3 years.
Life expectancy
73.3 years
Infant mortality
9.7 per 1,000 births
Under-5 mortality
11.8 per 1,000 births
Crude death rate
8.1 per 1,000 people
Life expectancy in Seychelles is 73.3 years, around the global average of roughly 73 years. Women outlive men by 7 years, a larger gap than typical. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 84.3 years.