Germany vs Australia Life expectancy

Australia has held the lead throughout the published window. In 1960 Germany stood at roughly 98% of Australia’s Life expectancy; today the figure is about 97%, and the pair was closest in 1967 (100%).

Frequently asked questions

When did Australia pass Germany in Life expectancy?

It has not come to that. Australia has posted the larger Life expectancy in every published year (1960–2024).

How do Germany and Australia compare today?

Australia is ahead: 83.05 against 80.79 — the trailing economy stands at about 97% 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:

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