The number of years that a person could expect to live on average, based on the mortality rates of the population in a given year.
Life expectancy can change over the lifecycle. For example, at birth a person may be expected to live for 75 years, but if they survive to 75 they may be expected to live for another 10 years.
Source: New Zealand Ministry of Economic Development Population &
Sustainable Development,
Glossary
Español: Esperanza de vida
Français: Espérance de vie