Population Characteristics
Percent Population 65+
Current Value
32.7%
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About This Indicator
Definition: Percent of total population that is 65 and Older
Source: Bureau of Economic and Business Research
Story Behind the Curve
Over 65 Population
- According to the Bureau of Business and Economic Research, Sarasota has an estimated 126,595 residents that are ages 65 and over as of April 1st 2014, approximately 33% of the 2014 total population.
- This figure has increased by 8,368 people, or 7% since the last U.S. Census in 2010
- Sarasota ranks 63rd out of 67 counties in the proportion of the population that is 65 and over
- According to the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates:
- 10% of the 65 and over population in Sarasota County reside in the City of Sarasota, and make up 23% of the city’s population
- 10% of the 65 and over population in Sarasota County reside in the City of North Port, and make up 21% of the city’s population
- 9% of the 65 and over population in Sarasota County reside in the City of Venice, and make up 56% of the city’s population
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