Life-expectancy at birth is based on mortality records that, at least in OECD countries, are among the most reliable statistics. The length of life is however not necessarily informative of the quality of health conditions, and thus well-being of individuals. Indicators of perceived health status provide an imperfect proxy of the underlying In terms of health, life expectancy at birth in Norway is 83 years, three years higher than the OECD average of 80 years. Life expectancy for men is 81 years, compared with 84 for women. Life expectancy for men is 81 years, compared with 84 for women. In terms of health, life expectancy at birth in Australia is around 83 years, three years higher than the OECD average of 80 years. Life expectancy for women is 85 years, compared with 80 for men. Life expectancy for women is 85 years, compared with 80 for men.