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France vs Italy Life expectancy
Italy overtook France in 1974. In 1960 France stood at roughly 101% of Italy’s Life expectancy; today the figure is about 99%, and the pair was closest in 1977 (100%).
| Year | France | Italy | Italy as % of France |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 69.12 | 69.87 | 101% |
| 1970 | 71.56 | 71.66 | 100% |
| 1980 | 73.94 | 74.05 | 100% |
| 1990 | 76.97 | 76.6 | 100% |
| 2000 | 79.78 | 79.06 | 99% |
| 2010 | 82.04 | 81.66 | 100% |
| 2020 | 82.2 | 82.18 | 100% |
| 2024 | 83.95 | 82.98 | 99% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Italy pass France in Life expectancy?
In 1974. Italy’s published Life expectancy rose above France’s that year and the lead has held since.
How do France and Italy compare today?
Italy is ahead: 83.95 against 82.98 — the trailing economy stands at about 99% 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.
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