France vs Australia Life expectancy

Australia overtook France in 1966. In 1960 France stood at roughly 99% of Australia’s Life expectancy; today the figure is about 100%, and the pair was closest in 1977 (100%).

Frequently asked questions

When did Australia pass France in Life expectancy?

In 1966. Australia’s published Life expectancy rose above France’s that year and the lead has held since.

How do France and Australia compare today?

Australia is ahead: 83.05 against 82.98 — the trailing economy stands at about 100% of the leader.

Are these Life expectancy figures nominal or adjusted?

They are exactly as the World Bank publishes them — years — with no interpolation or estimation for missing years.

Full series

Every published year for both economies, with charts, downloads and citations:

• France — Life expectancy
• Australia — Life expectancy
• All countries ranked by Life expectancy
• Interactive comparison tool