Old-age dependency ratio South Korea 1960-2072

Published by L. Yoon, Mar 18, 2025

In 2022, there were 24.4 people aged 65 and older for every 100 working-age individuals in South Korea. The old-age dependency ratio in South Korea has increased more than fourfold since the 1960s and is projected to exceed 104 by 2072.

Old-age dependency ratio in South Korea from 1960 to 2022, with projections until 2072

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Statistic: Old-age dependency ratio in South Korea from 1960 to 2022, with projections until 2072

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Release date

December 2023

Region

South Korea

Survey time period

1960 to 2022

Age group

65 years and older

Supplementary notes

*Figures provided from the year 2023 and onward are based on estimates.

The ratio of the older population (ages 65 and older) per 100 working-age people between the ages of 15 and 64.

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