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Is the number of elderly inmates decreasing? An in-depth look at the data

According to a 2025 Johns Hopkins study, the population of incarcerated individuals aged 55 and older in the U.S. grew from 102,700 in 2008 to 171,700 in 2022. This striking data provides a clear answer to the question: Is the number of elderly inmates decreasing? The evidence indicates a significant and sustained increase over recent decades, driven by a complex set of factors.