Global male life expectancy at age 65 in 2023 shows regional disparities. Iceland leads with 20.5 years, while Latvia lags at 11.7 years. Nordic countries perform well, with Norway, Sweden, and Iceland ranking high. Japan, known for longevity, maintains a strong position. South Korea exhibits significant growth at 1.05%. Conversely, Eastern European nations such as Bulgaria and Latvia face declines, with variations of -3.47% and -3.66% respectively. The United States sees a notable decrease of -1.83% year-on-year.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements in healthcare and changes in lifestyle factors, which could influence life expectancy, particularly in countries currently experiencing declines. Monitoring how healthcare access and economic policies evolve globally will be pivotal in shaping these trends.
Top countries in Male Life Expectancy at Age 65 by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Years | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Iceland | 20.5 | 2023 | +0.49% | +0.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Japan | 20.2 | 2023 | +0.5% | +0.5% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 20.2 | 2023 | +1% | +0.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Switzerland | 20.1 | 2023 | 0% | -0.099% | View data |
| 5 | 5 New Zealand | 19.9 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 South Korea | 19.7 | 2023 | +1.03% | +1.05% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 19.6 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.41% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Canada | 19.6 | 2023 | +0.51% | +0.21% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 19.5 | 2023 | +0.52% | +0.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Luxembourg | 19 | 2023 | 0% | +0.21% | View data |
