In this article, we shall discuss 10 countries with the most centenarians (people over 100). To read our detailed analysis of the correlation between life expectancy and healthcare, and the global healthcare industry in general in 2023, go directly and see 20 Countries With the Most Centenarians.
10. Russia
Latest Estimate: 22,600
Centenarians/100,000 People: 15.5
Russia has 15.5 centenarians per 100,000 people. The citizens of Russia have a constitutional right to free healthcare. As of 2020, the life expectancy in Russia was roughly 71.34 years.
9. Germany
Latest Estimate: 23,513
Centenarians/100,000 People: 28.2
As of 2021, Germany had a life expectancy of 80.94 years, which has been increasing rapidly over the years. Germany has a universal healthcare system. The country has approximately 23,513 centenarians in total.
8. Brazil
Latest Estimate: 23,760
Centenarians/100,000 People: 12.5
Brazil has a robust healthcare system as cost-effective healthcare is available not only for Brazillian nationals, but also to foreigners visiting the country. The Unified Health System in the country provides free healthcare for everyone.
7. France
Latest Estimate: 25,961
Centenarians/100,000 People: 38.4
With a total of 25,961 centenarians, France has an average life expectancy of 82.18 years as of 2022. Approximately 77% of the healthcare in France is funded by the government. The public healthcare in the country constantly takes initiative to improve its medical services for the benefit of the French population.
6. Thailand
Latest Estimate: 26,137
Centenarians/100,000 People: 39.5
In 2021, life expectancy in Thailand was 77.38 years and is gradually increasing annually. Thailand has an efficient healthcare system, which provides universal healthcare to all of the citizens of the country.
5. India
Latest Estimate: 27,000
Centenarians/100,000 People: 2.1
In India, the public healthcare sector is absolutely free for all citizens, since the services are funded through general taxation. However, India’s much of the healthcare services availed in India are privately sought, owing to the dismal condition of the country’s public health system.
4. Malaysia
Latest Estimate: 43,599
Centenarians/100,000 People: 134.7
As of 2021, life expectancy was 75.6 years in Malaysia. This is primarily because of the improved healthcare and medical system in the country. The country has 134.7 centenarians per 100,000 people
3. China
Latest Estimate: 54,166
Centenarians/100,000 People: 4.0
In China, two types of medical systems are popular, namely western medicine and traditional Chinese medicine. As of 2020, approximately 95% of the citizens have basic health insurance coverage.
2. United States of America
Latest Estimate: 80,139
Centenarians/100,000 People: 24.2
As of 2020, life expectancy in the United States of America was approximately 77.28 years. Healthcare in the U.S. is predominantly provided by the private sector and is one of the most advanced in the world. Citizens can avail healthcare services via private insurance firms.
1. Japan
Latest Estimate: 92,139
Centenarians/100,000 People: 73.7
Life expectancy in Japan is increasing every year because of various reasons, including an improved quality of life and an efficient healthcare system. Every citizen is required to have health insurance to cover their medical costs.
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