The table showcases the percentage of elderly in six different regions(Africa,North America,Europe,Asia,Latin America and Oceania) with the global percentage of them in 2000 and provide projections for 2050.
Overall,in 2000,Europe was the dominant region with the distribution of people who are 60 or above,while Asia also accounted for noticeable shares.By 2050, the figures for Europe are anticipated to rise substantially,remaining its dominance again,whereas overall population globally and in other regions such as Africa and Latin America is also expected to increase.
In 2000, Europe represented most of the population of 60-year old people or over,comprising 22%,followed by Asia at merely 12%. Both North America and Oceania ranked third among other regions, recording the same 11% each.In stark contrast, figures for Africa and Latin America were lower, with just 5% and 7% respectively.Meanwhile, in the whole world,people included this age group made up 13%,just above North America and Oceania.
By 2050,significant changes are projected in all mainlands,particularly among Europe,Asia and North America while other regions are predicted to grow.Notably, the population of elderly in Europe is anticipated to increase considerably,reaching 31% and holding the record among other regions.Asia and North America are also anticipated to rise up to similar rates,28% and 26 % respectively.Among other regions,Oceania is also forecast to grow to 22%,whereas Latin America and Africa are projected to rise modestly to 18% and 12%,remaining a small fraction.
The total population of people aged 60 or over is also predicted to increase to 24 %, although remaining a moderate proportion