California’s Aging Population

Hans Johnson, Eric McGhee, Paulette Cha, and Shannon McConville

California is on the cusp of an unprecedented demographic shift: projections indicate a dramatic increase in the state’s older adult population by 2040. This report examines how California’s older population is expected to change, with a focus on characteristics that are most relevant to policy and program considerations.

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For additional resources, visit PPIC’s population page.

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