Years a newborn is expected to live.
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By AtiveSite · Published 07/11/2026 · Updated 07/11/2026 · Every figure is linked to its source below.
Years a newborn is expected to live.
| # ⇅ | Country ⇅ | Life expectancy at birth ⇅ | Year ⇅ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Switzerland | 84.4 years | 2024 |
| 2 | Sweden | 84.1 years | 2024 |
| 3 | Luxembourg | 83.2 years | 2024 |
| 4 | Norway | 83.2 years | 2024 |
| 5 | Ireland | 83.0 years | 2024 |
| 6 | France | 83.0 years | 2024 |
| 7 | Iceland | 82.8 years | 2024 |
| 8 | Finland | 82.3 years | 2024 |
| 9 | Belgium | 82.3 years | 2024 |
| 10 | Denmark | 82.3 years | 2024 |
| 11 | Austria | 82.0 years | 2024 |
| 12 | Netherlands | 82.0 years | 2024 |
| 13 | United Kingdom | 81.4 years | 2024 |
| 14 | Germany | 80.8 years | 2024 |
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