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In 2026, life expectancy at birth in Western Sahara is 72.0 years, moderate by global standards. Life expectancy has risen by 37 years since 1950. About 4 thousand people die a year, a crude death rate of 6.6 per 1,000. Infant mortality is 21.2 per 1,000 live births, down 90% since 1950. Women live about 4.0 years longer than men. Those who reach 65 can expect roughly 15 more years, while the risk of dying between 15 and 60 is 13.6%. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 83.0 years.
Life expectancy
72.0 years
Infant mortality
21.2 per 1,000 births
Under-5 mortality
25.2 per 1,000 births
Crude death rate
6.6 per 1,000 people
Life expectancy in Western Sahara is 72.0 years, below the global average of roughly 73 years. This represents remarkable progress: a gain of 37 years since 1950. By 2100, life expectancy is projected to reach 83.0 years.