United Arab Emirates Life Expectancy
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United Arab Emirates's life expectancy was 81.1 in 2025, ranked 41st globally. This represents a 2.2% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
United Arab Emirates's life expectancy stood at 81.1 in 2025, a decline of +1.8 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 81.1 by 2025. United Arab Emirates ranked 41st globally.
Life expectancy in the United Arab Emirates has risen dramatically over the 65‑year series, climbing from a low of 50.65 in 1960 to 81.07 in 2025, which places the country 41st globally. The steepest gains occurred during the post‑oil boom of the 1970s and 1980s, when expanded health infrastructure and higher per‑capita income reduced mortality. The upward trajectory continued into the 21st century, reaching an all‑time peak of 82.91 in 2023 before a modest dip to the 2025 figure. Compared with peer economies, the UAE’s 2025 life expectancy is virtually identical to that of the United Kingdom (81.09) and Canada (81.09) and slightly above the European Union average of 81.02. The persistent improvement reflects sustained investment in medical services, preventive care, and chronic disease management. If current reforms in health technology adoption and expatriate health coverage are maintained, the UAE is likely to sustain incremental gains and potentially surpass its recent peak in the coming decade.
Data & projection
| Year | Life Expectancy | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 81.0 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 81.1 | - | - |
| 2025 | 81.1 | −1.8 | #41 |
| 2023 | 82.9 | +2.4 | #24 |
| 2022 | 80.5 | +1.4 | #45 |
| 2021 | 79.1 | −2.9 | #47 |
| 2020 | 81.9 | −0.7 | #24 |
| 2019 | 82.6 | +0.1 | #25 |
| 2018 | 82.4 | +0.1 | #22 |
| 2017 | 82.4 | +0.2 | #22 |
| 2016 | 82.2 | +0.1 | #23 |
| 2015 | 82.1 | +0.1 | #20 |
| 2014 | 82.0 | +0.0 | #22 |
| 2013 | 82.0 | +0.0 | #18 |
| 2012 | 81.9 | +0.0 | #16 |
| 2011 | 81.9 | +0.0 | #13 |
| 2010 | 81.9 | +0.2 | #11 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
United Arab Emirates 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
United Arab Emirates's life expectancy was 81.1 in 2025. Ranked 41st globally. This represents a 2.2% decrease from the previous year.
United Arab Emirates's life expectancy peaked at 82.9 in 2023.
The lowest life expectancy in United Arab Emirates was 50.7 in 1960.
United Arab Emirates ranks 41st globally in life expectancy as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.LE00.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
United Arab Emirates's life expectancy is projected to reach 81.1 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The life expectancy of United Arab Emirates in 2025 was 81.1. This ranks 41st in the world.
Cite this page
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title = {United Arab Emirates Life Expectancy},
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year = {2026}
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