Samoa Life Expectancy
Life expectancy at birth, total SP.DYN.LE00.IN
Samoa's life expectancy was 72.5 in 2025, ranked 129th globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Samoa's life expectancy stood at 72.5 in 2025, a rise of +0.8 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 72.5 by 2025. Samoa ranked 129th globally.
Samoa's life expectancy has demonstrated a steady improvement over the past six and a half decades, rising from a low of 54.04 in 1964 to a record high of 72.54 in 2025. This increase of approximately 18.5 years reflects the country's advancements in healthcare and living standards. In comparison, the Russian Federation, a peer nation, has also experienced a notable rise in life expectancy, albeit from a higher base level. Notably, Samoa's life expectancy has surpassed that of the Kyrgyz Republic, which shares similar economic and geographical characteristics. Despite these gains, the country still ranks 129th globally in terms of life expectancy, indicating room for further improvement. The trend is expected to continue, with a focus on addressing the country's high rates of non-communicable diseases and promoting healthier lifestyles. A significant investment in healthcare infrastructure and public health initiatives could potentially accelerate this trajectory and propel Samoa's life expectancy even higher in the coming years.
Data & projection
| Year | Life Expectancy | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 72.9 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 72.5 | - | - |
| 2025 | 72.5 | +0.8 | #129 |
| 2023 | 71.7 | +0.1 | #139 |
| 2022 | 71.6 | +0.5 | #139 |
| 2021 | 71.1 | +0.4 | #125 |
| 2020 | 70.7 | +0.5 | #137 |
| 2019 | 70.3 | −0.8 | #148 |
| 2018 | 71.1 | +0.1 | #140 |
| 2017 | 71.0 | −0.0 | #139 |
| 2016 | 71.0 | −0.1 | #136 |
| 2015 | 71.1 | −0.1 | #132 |
| 2014 | 71.1 | −0.1 | #130 |
| 2013 | 71.2 | +0.1 | #127 |
| 2012 | 71.2 | −0.2 | #126 |
| 2011 | 71.4 | −0.1 | #122 |
| 2010 | 71.5 | +2.0 | #122 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Samoa matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw life expectancy improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Samoa's life expectancy was 72.5 in 2025. Ranked 129th globally. This represents a 1.2% increase from the previous year.
Samoa's life expectancy peaked at 72.5 in 2025.
The lowest life expectancy in Samoa was 54.0 in 1964.
Samoa ranks 129th globally in life expectancy as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.LE00.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Samoa's life expectancy is projected to reach 72.5 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The life expectancy of Samoa in 2025 was 72.5. This ranks 129th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_samoa_life-expectancy,
title = {Samoa Life Expectancy},
url = {https://historysaid.com/samoa/life-expectancy/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}