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Working Life Expectancy in Cyprus and the EU

July 21, 2025

The working life expectancy of Cypriots is higher than the European average, at 39 years. Countries with the longest working life spans include the Netherlands, Sweden, and Denmark. Women’s participation in the labor market is increasing, reducing the gender gap. Overall, working life expectancy has steadily increased over the past few years, despite a decrease due to the pandemic in 2020.