The average life span of a monkey can vary greatly, depending on the species. Most species can live up to 20 years, but the more intelligent primates, such as chimpanzees and gorillas, may live up to 40 years.
In captivity, monkeys can often live far longer than in the wild, as they don’t have to worry about predation or disease. In general, monkeys can live up to an average of 30 years.