全国已有20个省份进入中度老龄化

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the increasing trend of population aging in China, highlighting that 20 provinces have entered a moderate aging society, with a significant rise in the low-age elderly population in Yunnan province [1][4]. Summary by Sections Population Aging Trends - The elderly population (60 years and above) in Yunnan has been growing rapidly, with the proportion of those aged 60-64 increasing from 25.60% in 2021 to 32.61% in 2024, accounting for 90.5% of the increase in the elderly population [1][4]. - National standards define a society as aging when the population aged 60 and above reaches 10% or those aged 65 and above reaches 7% [1]. Current Statistics - As of the end of 2024, Yunnan's permanent population is 46.55 million, with 8.34 million (17.9%) aged 60 and above, and 5.62 million (12.1%) aged 65 and above [4]. - Despite Yunnan not yet being classified as a moderately aging society, the growth trend indicates it will accelerate towards this classification in the coming years [4]. Provincial Comparisons - In 2024, 20 provinces have entered moderate aging, with notable statistics from several provinces: - Jilin: 6.55 million (28.28%) aged 60 and above, 4.50 million (19.42%) aged 65 and above - Chongqing: 8.01 million (25.11%) aged 60 and above, 6.02 million (18.87%) aged 65 and above - Beijing: 5.14 million (23.50%) aged 60 and above, 3.59 million (16.50%) aged 65 and above [5][6]. Historical Context - The number of provinces classified as moderately aging has more than doubled in just seven years, from 6 provinces in 2018 to 20 provinces currently [6]. - The northern regions, particularly Northeast China, exhibit a higher aging rate compared to southern regions, with 12 out of the 20 provinces being from the north [6].