The U.S. Will Have More Seniors Than Children by 2029
The U.S. Will Have More Seniors Than Children by 2029
Key Takeaways
- Americans age 65 and older are projected to outnumber children under 18 for the first time in 2029.
- Census projections have moved the crossover forward significantly; 2017 projections placed it around 2034.
- Even in different immigration scenarios, the crossover is still projected to occur between 2028 and 2030.
America is approaching a major shift in its age structure.