South Korea's population declines 30.8% to 36 million by 2072 due to low birth rate and aging.

South Korea's population is projected to decline by 30.8% to 36 million by 2072, down from 52 million in 2024, primarily due to a low birth rate of 0.72 and rapid aging. The country's global population rank is expected to drop from 29th to 59th. By 2072, those aged 65 and older will comprise 47.7% of the population, while the working-age group will shrink to 45.8%. South Korea is set to become a super-aged society by 2025.

September 23, 2024
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