This chart presents the age distribution of the population in South Korea from 1950 to 2023. It shows the proportion of various age groups in the population for each year, enabling an understanding of the changes and trends in the age composition of the Korean population. This data is crucial for comprehending demographic shifts such as population aging, changes in birth rates, and their implications for the economy and society.
Age distribution refers to the statistical distribution of the population across different age groups at a specific point in time. It is an essential indicator for analyzing population structure, aging trends, birth rates, and the impacts of these demographic changes on economic and social dynamics.
Rank | Name | Indicator | Subindicator |
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1 | Male 50s | 16.72% | 4M 321K |
2 | Female 50s | 16.50% | 4M 281K |
3 | Male 40s | 15.86% | 4M 98K |
4 | Female 40s | 15.08% | 3M 911K |
5 | Female 60s | 14.76% | 3M 829K |
6 | Male 60s | 14.18% | 3M 664K |
7 | Male 30s | 14.04% | 3M 628K |
8 | Male 20s | 13.15% | 3M 397K |
9 | Female 30s | 12.53% | 3M 250K |
10 | Female 20s | 11.81% | 3M 64K |
11 | Male 10s | 9.14% | 2M 360K |
12 | Female 10s | 8.55% | 2M 218K |
13 | Female 70s | 8.10% | 2M 100K |
14 | Under-10 males | 6.99% | 1M 807K |
15 | Male 70s | 6.83% | 1M 765K |
16 | Under-10 females | 6.61% | 1M 715K |
17 | Female 80s | 4.94% | 1M 281K |
18 | Male 80s | 2.80% | 724,317 |
19 | Female 90s | 1.09% | 281,807 |
20 | Male 90s | 0.27% | 69,983 |