Poles work an average of 35.9 years — below EU average, Eurostat 2025 data shows

According to Eurostat data for 2025, the average working life in Poland lasts 35.9 years, placing the country below the EU average. However, Poland's figure is higher than in countries such as Italy and Romania. The statistic measures the expected duration of professional activity for Polish citizens.

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