The pie charts compare the age distribution of the population in Oman and Spain in 2005 and provide projections for 2055.
Overall, Oman is expected to have a larger proportion of working-age people in 2055, whereas Spain will experience significant population ageing.
In Oman in 2005, children (0-14) and working-age people (15-59) each accounted for 48% of the population, while only 4% were aged 60 or above. By 2055, the percentage of working-age people is predicted to rise to 57%, while the proportion of children will fall to 37%. The elderly population will increase slightly to 6%.
In Spain, the largest group in 2005 was people aged 15-59 (62%). Elderly people made up 24%, and children accounted for 14%. However, by 2055, the percentage of elderly people is expected to increase dramatically to 42%, while the working-age group will decline to 46%. The proportion of children will decrease slightly to 12%.
