Visual Capitalist March 21, 2025
U.S. States By Share of Adults Aged 65 or Older
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The U.S. population is aging, and some states have a significantly higher share of older adults than others.
From 1980 to 2022, the median age of the population increased from 30.0 to 38.9, according to data from the Population Reference Bureau.
This map by USAFacts visualizes the share of older adults (65+) by state in 2022 using data from the Census Bureau.
Which State Has the Highest Share of Older Adults?
Below, we show the share of older adults (65+) by state...
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