How South Korea is tackling its super-aging problem – and what other aging nations can learn from its experience
Healthcare and assistance for the elderly are particular challenges for South Korea's rapidly aging society. Plan Shooting 2/Imazins via Getty Images In December 2024, the share of South Koreans ages 65 and older surpassed 20% for the first time, making it what demographers like us call a “ super-a…
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South Korea's aging milestone
In December 2024, South Korea crossed a demographic threshold: over 20% of its population was aged 65 or older, officially making it a super-aged society.
By August 2026, this share rose to 22.1%.
A super-aged society is defined as a country where 20% or more of the population is 65+.
This shift reflects progress, as people live longer due to improved health and safety.
However, the speed of this change is concerning.
South Korea transitioned from an aging society (7-13% aged 65+) to a super-aged society in just 24 years, faster than Japan (35 years) or the U.S.
By 2060, South Korea’s elderly population is projected to reach 41%, the highest globally.
This rapid aging poses challenges for pensions, healthcare, and the workforce, leaving little time to adapt.
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