Life expectancy for men in Poland 71.8 years, while for women – 79.7 years

In 2021, the average life expectancy for men in Poland was 71.8 years, while for women it was 79.7 years, the GUS said in a study.

"In 2021, the average life expectancy for men in Poland was 71.8 years, while for women it was 79.7 years. Compared to 2019, life expectancy was shortened by 2.3 and 2.1 years, respectively, due to the COVID-19 epidemic. Considering 1990, life expectancy was higher by, respectively: 5.6 and 4.5 years," they wrote. 

Recall that, according to preliminary data from the National Census, there were 3.8 million people over the age of 70 living in Poland in 2011. By 2021, there were already 4.6 million.

(PAP)