This chart displays the rankings of the proportion of populations aged 60 and above in various countries from 1950 to 2023. It reflects the global trend of an aging population and the increase in the proportion of elderly populations across different nations. The chart allows for the observation of the proportion and growth trend of the elderly population in each country, which is crucial for social and economic policy-making.
Rankings of the Proportion of the Population Aged 60 and Above by Country, 1950-2023
This chart displays the rankings of the proportion of populations aged 60 and above in various countries from 1950 to 2023.
Data Source: World Population Prospects 2022
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The proportion of the population aged 60 and above refers to the percentage of the total population that is 60 years old or older. This proportion is an important indicator of an aging society, used to assess social and economic burdens and opportunities.
| Rank | Name | Indicator |
|---|---|---|
1 |  Monaco | 43.49 % |
2 |  Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha | 38.74 % |
3 |  Japan | 36.08 % |
4 |  Italy | 31.64 % |
5 |  Martinique | 31.55 % |
6 |  Puerto Rico | 30.36 % |
7 |  Germany | 30.30 % |
8 |  Portugal | 30.20 % |
9 |  Finland | 30.05 % |
10 |  Isle of Man | 29.99 % |
11 |  Croatia | 29.93 % |
12 |  Hong Kong | 29.76 % |
13 |  Greece | 29.74 % |
14 |  Bermuda | 29.51 % |
15 |  Latvia | 29.49 % |
16 |  Bulgaria | 29.15 % |
17 |  Lithuania | 28.94 % |
18 |  San Marino | 28.69 % |
19 |  Ukraine | 28.27 % |
20 |  Slovenia | 28.22 % |
