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Mexico demographic aging and socioeconomic impact
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Mexico is undergoing a rapid demographic transition as its elderly population grows. Data from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (INEGI) and CONAPO indicate that individuals aged 60 and older now account for approximately 14% of the population, totaling over 17 million people. Projections suggest that by 2030, the number of older adults will surpass the number of children under 14, and by 2050, one in four residents will be of retirement age. This shift presents significant socio-economic challenges. Economically, approximately 6.8 million seniors remain in the workforce, with nearly three out of every ten seniors employed. Among those aged 65 and older, one in four continues to work, and 77% of that group is engaged in informal labor, often due to insufficient pensions. Socially, the burden of unpaid care work falls disproportionately on women, who perform 76% of these tasks, potentially creating a cycle of poverty. Experts from UNAM also note that returning migrant women frequently face higher rates of chronic illness and functional dependency. The rise in single-person households, which reached 14% in 2023, further complicates social support structures. In response to these trends, institutions are implementing support measures. The IMSS reported over 303,000 enrollments in its Active Aging Program (PREA) during the first half of 2026 to help maintain functional independence. Local governments, Additionally, government welfare programs such as Huixquilucan, are also expanding community services. ‘Pensión para el Bienestar’ continue to provide constitutional income support to hundreds of thousands of seniors to promote dignity and autonomy. However, experts emphasize that structural changes in healthcare, social security, and infrastructure are necessary to accommodate the rising median age and the increasing number of single-person elderly households. age.
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