How Long Do Chickens Live

On average, chickens tend to live somewhere between **five to ten years**. However, different breeds often have different lifespans. Several factors determine the lifespan of chickens including the threat from predators, the particular breed, diseases, and more. Breed variation is probably the biggest factor in how long a chicken will live and the most reliable indicator of their natural lifespan. For example, Rhode Island Reds can live for almost eight years.