Equatorial Guinea Life Expectancy
Life expectancy at birth, total SP.DYN.LE00.IN
Equatorial Guinea's life expectancy was 64.4 in 2025, ranked 194th globally. This represents a 1.1% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Equatorial Guinea's life expectancy stood at 64.4 in 2025, a rise of +0.7 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 64.4 by 2025. Equatorial Guinea ranked 194th globally.
Equatorial Guinea's life expectancy has exhibited a gradual upward trend over the past six decades, with a notable increase from 42.74 years in 1960 to 64.40 years in 2025. Notably, this increase has been slower compared to some peer countries, such as Mozambique, which has also seen a rise to 64.41 years in 2025. Conversely, the country's life expectancy remains below the regional average; for instance, Cameroon's life expectancy is 64.04 years in 2025. The darkest period for life expectancy in Equatorial Guinea was in 1976, when it plummeted to 30.54 years. Despite the progress made, significant challenges remain in improving healthcare infrastructure and access to quality medical services, which could hinder further gains in life expectancy. A notable shift in the country's trajectory could be achieved through increased investment in healthcare and education, particularly among vulnerable populations.
Data & projection
| Year | Life Expectancy | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 64.8 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 64.4 | - | - |
| 2025 | 64.4 | +0.7 | #194 |
| 2023 | 63.7 | +0.4 | #193 |
| 2022 | 63.4 | +0.9 | #193 |
| 2021 | 62.4 | +0.3 | #187 |
| 2020 | 62.1 | −0.2 | #192 |
| 2019 | 62.3 | +0.4 | #193 |
| 2018 | 61.9 | +0.4 | #193 |
| 2017 | 61.5 | +0.4 | #193 |
| 2016 | 61.1 | +0.4 | #192 |
| 2015 | 60.6 | +0.4 | #193 |
| 2014 | 60.2 | +0.4 | #192 |
| 2013 | 59.8 | +0.5 | #192 |
| 2012 | 59.3 | +0.5 | #192 |
| 2011 | 58.8 | +0.5 | #192 |
| 2010 | 58.3 | +0.5 | #191 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Equatorial Guinea matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2022. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw life expectancy improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Equatorial Guinea's life expectancy was 64.4 in 2025. Ranked 194th globally. This represents a 1.1% increase from the previous year.
Equatorial Guinea's life expectancy peaked at 64.4 in 2025.
The lowest life expectancy in Equatorial Guinea was 30.5 in 1976.
Equatorial Guinea ranks 194th globally in life expectancy as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.LE00.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Equatorial Guinea's life expectancy is projected to reach 64.4 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The life expectancy of Equatorial Guinea in 2025 was 64.4. This ranks 194th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_equatorial-guinea_life-expectancy,
title = {Equatorial Guinea Life Expectancy},
url = {https://historysaid.com/equatorial-guinea/life-expectancy/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}