Approximately 28% of older adults (roughly 16 million) live alone as of 2023. This trend is fueled by higher rates of "gray divorce," childlessness, and a desire to "age in place".
While aging brings challenges, many older Americans report high levels of life satisfaction. The Graying of America: More Older Adults Than Kids by 2035 mature adult usa
The aging population is largely driven by the Baby Boomer generation (born 1946–1964). Approximately 28% of older adults (roughly 16 million)