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Which State Has the Highest Proportion of Over 65 Elders in the Nation?

According to a 2023 analysis by ConsumerAffairs, Maine had the highest proportion of its population aged 65 and over, with 22.94%. This makes Maine the state with the highest proportion of over 65 elders in the nation, despite states like Florida being traditionally known as a retirement haven. A closer look at demographic shifts reveals why smaller states, rather than those with the largest overall senior populations, often top this list.

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Which State Has the Highest Percentage of Elderly?

According to recent data from sources like the Population Reference Bureau and ConsumerAffairs, Maine consistently ranks as the state that has the highest percentage of elderly residents. While populous states like California and Florida have the highest *total* number of seniors, Maine's smaller population size means that its proportionally larger older demographic is more significant. This trend is influenced by factors such as low birth rates and young residents leaving for job opportunities elsewhere.

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