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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.