Since 1900, the number of Americans ages 65 and older has increased twelve times–from 3.1 million to 37.3 million.
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Increase in number of Americans who will reach 65 in next 20 years
Between 2003 and 2013, the number of Americans who will reach 65 over the next 20 years increased by 20.7%.
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65 and older population as percent of total population, 2010
The 65 and older population accounted for 13 percent of the U.S. population in 2010.
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Prescription drug costs for older Americans
The average prescription drug cost for older Americans was $2,834 in 2008, an amount that has been relatively stable since 2005.
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Older population in the US, 1900-2008
The older population in the U.S. is growing older. In 2008, the 65-74 age group was 9.5 times larger than in 1900. In contrast, the 75-84 age group was 17… [ Get More Details ]