Life expectancy: 1900-47 years 1935-62 Years 2012-79 years 2050-97 years A child born in a wealthy country today has more than 50% likelihood of reaching 105. If you are over 60 now, you have a good chance of living past 90. If you put aside 11% of your salary when you graduate, you will have to work until you are 85 to have a decent retirement.