Bosnia and Herzegovina Life Expectancy
Life expectancy at birth, total SP.DYN.LE00.IN
Bosnia and Herzegovina's life expectancy was 77.2 in 2025, ranked 74th globally. This represents a 0.9% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Bosnia and Herzegovina's life expectancy stood at 77.2 in 2025, a decline of +0.7 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 77.2 by 2025. Bosnia and Herzegovina ranked 74th globally.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's life expectancy has exhibited a steady upward trend over the past six and a half decades, with a notable increase from 58.53 in 1960 to its peak of 77.94 in 2018, marking a 32.52-year gain in life expectancy. However, the country experienced a significant decline during the 1990s, particularly in 1993 when life expectancy plummeted to 50.89 amidst the devastating war that ravaged the region. Since then, the country has made significant strides in improving its healthcare infrastructure and reducing infant mortality rates. As of 2025, life expectancy in Bosnia and Herzegovina stands at 77.19, ranking it 74th globally, closely trailing behind Cuba, which boasts a life expectancy of 77.37, and other peer countries such as the United States, with a life expectancy of 77.44. The continued investment in healthcare and adherence to global best practices will likely see Bosnia and Herzegovina's life expectancy continue to rise, potentially surpassing its 2018 peak in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Life Expectancy | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 77.4 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 77.2 | - | - |
| 2025 | 77.2 | −0.7 | #74 |
| 2023 | 77.9 | +1.1 | #70 |
| 2022 | 76.8 | +2.2 | #78 |
| 2021 | 74.6 | −1.5 | #79 |
| 2020 | 76.0 | −1.4 | #79 |
| 2019 | 77.4 | −0.5 | #70 |
| 2018 | 77.9 | +0.6 | #61 |
| 2017 | 77.4 | +0.3 | #67 |
| 2016 | 77.1 | +0.1 | #70 |
| 2015 | 77.1 | −0.0 | #68 |
| 2014 | 77.1 | −0.0 | #66 |
| 2013 | 77.1 | +0.1 | #62 |
| 2012 | 77.0 | +0.1 | #62 |
| 2011 | 77.0 | +0.1 | #60 |
| 2010 | 76.8 | +0.1 | #58 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Bosnia and Herzegovina matched the Fiscal Dominance Trap pattern in 2022. Historically, 72% of countries showing this pattern (278 out of 386) saw life expectancy improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Bosnia and Herzegovina's life expectancy was 77.2 in 2025. Ranked 74th globally. This represents a 0.9% decrease from the previous year.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's life expectancy peaked at 77.9 in 2018.
The lowest life expectancy in Bosnia and Herzegovina was 50.9 in 1993.
Bosnia and Herzegovina ranks 74th globally in life expectancy as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.LE00.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Bosnia and Herzegovina's life expectancy is projected to reach 77.2 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The life expectancy of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 2025 was 77.2. This ranks 74th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_bosnia-and-herzegovina_life-expectancy,
title = {Bosnia and Herzegovina Life Expectancy},
url = {https://historysaid.com/bosnia-and-herzegovina/life-expectancy/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}