Figure 1c. Change in population and labor force (in thousands), ages 55 and older

Years

Population (CNIP)

Labor force

1998–2008

 16,119 10,796

2008–18

 22,745 9,528

2018–28 projected

 15,476 5,728

Note: CNIP = civilian noninstitutional population.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.