Chile Life Expectancy
Life expectancy at birth, total SP.DYN.LE00.IN
Chile's life expectancy was 80.4 in 2025, ranked 49th globally. This represents a 1.0% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Chile's life expectancy stood at 80.4 in 2025, a decline of +0.8 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 80.4 by 2025. Chile ranked 49th globally.
Chile’s life expectancy has risen markedly over the 65‑year series, climbing from a trough of 57.22 in 1960 to 80.38 in 2025, which places the country 49th globally. The all‑time peak of 81.17 was reached in 2023, indicating that the recent increase has largely plateaued after several decades of steady gains. This trajectory mirrors the experience of other high‑rank Latin American jurisdictions; for example, Puerto Rico recorded a comparable 80.44 in the same year, while Panama posted 80.21. The long‑run improvement reflects expanded health coverage, reductions in infant mortality, and advances in chronic disease management, yet the modest slowdown since the 2023 peak suggests emerging constraints such as an aging population and rising non‑communicable disease burden. Continued investment in preventive health and equitable access to care will be crucial to sustain upward momentum and potentially push Chile beyond its recent ceiling.
Data & projection
| Year | Life Expectancy | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 80.5 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 80.4 | - | - |
| 2025 | 80.4 | −0.8 | #49 |
| 2023 | 81.2 | +2.0 | #44 |
| 2022 | 79.2 | +0.3 | #53 |
| 2021 | 78.9 | −0.5 | #48 |
| 2020 | 79.3 | −1.0 | #48 |
| 2019 | 80.3 | −0.2 | #47 |
| 2018 | 80.6 | −0.1 | #45 |
| 2017 | 80.6 | +0.3 | #43 |
| 2016 | 80.3 | +0.3 | #46 |
| 2015 | 80.0 | +0.3 | #47 |
| 2014 | 79.7 | +0.2 | #48 |
| 2013 | 79.6 | +0.3 | #47 |
| 2012 | 79.2 | −0.0 | #48 |
| 2011 | 79.2 | +0.1 | #45 |
| 2010 | 79.1 | +0.2 | #44 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Chile matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2010. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw life expectancy improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
The Latin American Economic Outlook 2026 highlights regional development opportunities that, if successfully leveraged, could bolster Chile's economic stability and growth. Sustained economic development often correlates with improved social determinants of health, potentially supporting Chile's already high life expectancy of 80.4.
Frequently Asked Questions
Chile's life expectancy was 80.4 in 2025. Ranked 49th globally. This represents a 1.0% decrease from the previous year.
Chile's life expectancy peaked at 81.2 in 2023.
The lowest life expectancy in Chile was 57.2 in 1960.
Chile ranks 49th globally in life expectancy as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.LE00.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Chile's life expectancy is projected to reach 80.4 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The life expectancy of Chile in 2025 was 80.4. This ranks 49th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_chile_life-expectancy,
title = {Chile Life Expectancy},
url = {https://historysaid.com/chile/life-expectancy/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}