Top-ranked countries to grow old in

With an aging population and growing aged care needs, what are the best countries to grow old in? And where does Australia rank?

Based on a 2023 report using a combination of factors – life expectancy, health care index score, World Happiness Report Score and Safety Index Score – the best place to grow old is… Switzerland.*

Switzerland is closely followed by Finland, Denmark, the Netherlands, Taiwan, Japan, Austria and Iceland.

In case you’re wondering, Australia came in 16th on the list, while New Zealand is in 23rd place.

Given 90 countries were analysed, it seems we’re in a pretty good place – with room for improvement.