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Germany vs Spain Life expectancy
Spain overtook Germany in 1961. In 1960 Germany stood at roughly 100% of Spain’s Life expectancy; today the figure is about 96%, and the pair was closest in 1964 (100%).
| Year | Germany | Spain | Spain as % of Germany |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1960 | 69.11 | 69.06 | 100% |
| 1970 | 72.03 | 70.45 | 98% |
| 1980 | 75.35 | 72.8 | 97% |
| 1990 | 76.84 | 75.09 | 98% |
| 2000 | 78.97 | 77.93 | 99% |
| 2010 | 81.63 | 79.99 | 98% |
| 2020 | 82.23 | 81.04 | 99% |
| 2024 | 83.89 | 80.79 | 96% |
Frequently asked questions
When did Spain pass Germany in Life expectancy?
In 1961. Spain’s published Life expectancy rose above Germany’s that year and the lead has held since.
How do Germany and Spain compare today?
Spain is ahead: 83.89 against 80.79 — the trailing economy stands at about 96% 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
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