Top 10 Countries With World's Oldest Population
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16 September 2024
The countries with the world's oldest populations are typically those with low birth rates and high life expectancy
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1. Japan: Japan has the oldest population in the world, with around 28% of its population aged 65 or older. This is due to both high life expectancy and low birth rates
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2. Italy: Italy's aging population is significant, with around 24% of its people aged 65 or older, driven by low fertility rates and increased longevity
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3. Germany: In Germany, roughly 22% of the population is aged 65 or older. Similar to other European nations, it faces declining birth rates and an aging society
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4. Finland: Finland has an aging population, with about 22% of its population over the age of 65
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5. Portugal: Around 23% of Portugal's population is aged 65 and above
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6. Greece: Greece also has an aging demographic, with 23% of its population being seniors
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7. Spain: Spain has a significant elderly population, around 21% of the total population is aged 65 or older
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8. South Korea: South Korea's aging population is growing rapidly, with over 17% of its population aged 65 or older and projected to increase
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9. France: France has around 21% of its population aged 65 or older, reflecting Europe's general trend toward aging populations
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10. Sweden: In Sweden, about 20% of the population is aged 65 or older
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