俄亥俄州的老龄化人口正在使公共服务受到压力,因为许多县的成人年龄超过儿童60岁。 Ohio’s aging population is straining public services as adults 60+ surpass children in many counties.

俄亥俄州正在经历人口快速老龄化,许多县的老年人现在超过儿童。 Ohio is experiencing rapid population aging, with older adults now surpassing children in many counties. 虽然预计国家总人口将保持稳定,但60岁及以上居民的比例预计到2040年将达到25%,85岁及以上居民的比例可能增加51%。 While the state’s total population is expected to remain stable, the share of residents aged 60 and older is projected to reach 25% by 2040, and those 85 and older could rise by 51%. 这一转变正在对医疗补助、长期护理、住房和交通等公共系统造成压力,标志着国家面临的重大人口挑战。 This shift is straining public systems like Medicaid, long-term care, housing, and transportation, marking a significant demographic challenge for the state.