Charted: South Korea’s Rise to the World’s Oldest Society, 1950–2100
Charted: South Korea’s Aging Population
Key Takeaways
- Over 150 years, South Korea’s age structure shifts from youth-heavy to senior-dominated.
- By 2100, nearly 40% of the population is projected to be 65 or older.
In 1950, South Korea’s population was overwhelmingly young. By 2100, nearly four in ten residents are projected to be 65 or older.