Maine has the oldest US population with a median age of 45.1, due to a growing elderly population.
Maine now has the oldest population in the U.S., with a median age of 45.1, according to USA Today. The state's elderly population, particularly those aged 65 and older, has grown significantly. Potential factors for this demographic shift include Maine's reputation as a destination for "snowbirds" who move to warmer climates during winter and return during summer.
February 24, 2024
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