In 2024, life expectancy at 65 for males shows significant variability across countries. Australia leads with the highest expectancy at 20.5 years, closely followed by Japan, New Zealand, and Ireland. South Korea shows positive growth, indicating an advancing health infrastructure. Conversely, European nations like Greece, Slovenia, and Latvia experience declines, notably in Slovenia and Lithuania. Eastern European countries, such as Russia and Lithuania, have lower life expectancy, reflecting possible socio-economic challenges.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in South Korea due to ongoing healthcare improvements and technology integration. Monitoring Europe's aging policies and health interventions will also prove crucial for understanding future life expectancy shifts.
Top countries in Male Life Expectancy at 65 by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Years | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Australia | 20.5 | 2023 | +0.49% | +0.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 20.2 | 2023 | +0.5% | +0.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 New Zealand | 20.1 | 2023 | +0.5% | +0.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 20 | 2023 | +0.5% | +1.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 South Korea | 19.8 | 2023 | +1.02% | +1.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Luxembourg | 19 | 2023 | 0% | +0.21% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 18.7 | 2023 | 0% | -0.42% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 18.6 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.66% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 18.5 | 2023 | 0% | -0.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 18.1 | 2023 | -0.55% | -0.11% | View data |
