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Global population shifts: Older adults now outnumber young children

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Globally, the population aged 65 and over has surpassed that of children under five for the first time in history, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. This demographic shift, driven by declining birth rates and increased longevity, presents significant challenges for individuals and governments regarding finances and social services. While many nations face rapid aging, the United States is projected to become relatively younger compared to the rest of the world by 2060, as other regions experience even faster demographic aging. AI

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Eleanor Pringle ·

    The world now has more people aged 65 and over than children under 5—but America is actually getting younger relative to the rest of the globe

    The Census Bureau found that in 2025, the United States ranked as the 48th-oldest country out of 227 countries. By 2060, the U.S. will fall to 110th place as other regions age more rapidly.

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