Introduction
Adults Age 65+
79 Million
2035
The number of US adults aged 65 or older – the baby boom generation – will grow from 48 to 79 million by 2035 .
Adults Age 80+
TODAY
Within the next 13 years it is projected the number of people aged 80 and older will double to 24 million . 12 Million X 2 = 24 Million
48 Million
Source: United States Census Bureau, census.gov
More Diverse
Changing Gen X Demographics
Generation X (the cohort of individuals following the baby boomers, born from 1965 to 1980) will represent a newer older adult population whose demographics will be characterized by more racial and ethnic diversity .
Source: The US Population is Aging , Urban Institute, 2020, urban.org
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