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Tokelau's life expectancy at birth stands at 77.4 years in 2026, moderate by global standards. Life expectancy has risen by 23 years since 1950. About 15 people die a year, a crude death rate of 5.6 per 1,000. Infant mortality is 3.8 per 1,000 live births, down 93% since 1950. Women live about 3.9 years longer than men. Those who reach 65 can expect roughly 18 more years, while the risk of dying between 15 and 60 is 11.0%. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 86.5 years.
Life expectancy
77.4 years
Infant mortality
3.8 per 1,000 births
Under-5 mortality
5.0 per 1,000 births
Crude death rate
5.6 per 1,000 people
Life expectancy in Tokelau is 77.4 years, above the global average. This represents remarkable progress: a gain of 23 years since 1950. Infant mortality has been reduced by 93% since 1950, now at just 3.8 per 1,000 births. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 86.5 years.