Longevity Economy® 2026 State Profiles

The Longevity Economy® state profiles are a series of data analyses from AARP that describe the contributions of Americans age 50-plus. As populations age across states, older residents will play a critical role in state economic growth, fueling innovation and making economic and social contributions that benefit people of all ages. Policymakers, business leaders and elected officials must ensure programs and policies are in place to unlock the full potential of this economic engine.

The map below displays the contributions of Americans age 50-plus to each state across several key measures, comparing results for 2018 and 2024, with projections extending through 2060. Select a topic, measure, and year to better understand state-by-state variation in Longevity Economy® Outlook drivers and impacts at a specific point in time. This tool will display the requested information for each state on the map. Scroll over any state of interest to receive additional details and click any state to open the State Profile.