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A baby born in Syria in 2026 can expect to live 73.4 years, moderate by global standards. Life expectancy has risen by 31 years since 1950. About 126 thousand people die a year, a crude death rate of 4.8 per 1,000. Infant mortality is 13.3 per 1,000 live births, down 91% since 1950. Women live about 5.0 years longer than men. Those who reach 65 can expect roughly 15 more years, while the risk of dying between 15 and 60 is 12.6%. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 84.0 years.
Life expectancy
73.4 years
Infant mortality
13.3 per 1,000 births
Under-5 mortality
18.4 per 1,000 births
Crude death rate
4.8 per 1,000 people
Life expectancy in Syria is 73.4 years, around 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 84.0 years.