The key facts

  • By 2035, the share of Beijing residents over 60 will exceed 33% (Beijing Daily forecast)
  • At the end of 2025, 5.29 million people over 60 lived in Beijing — 24.3% of the population
  • China, according to Reuters estimates, will spend about 180 billion yuan (~$26.92 billion) in 2026 on boosting the birth rate

Forecast of Beijing's population aging

According to Beijing Daily, by 2035 the share of Beijing residents aged over 60 is forecast to exceed 33%. This could lead to the city receiving the status of a demographically 'super-aged' megapolis.

Current data

According to available data, at the end of 2025, 5.29 million people over 60 lived in Beijing, accounting for 24.3% of the city's permanent population.

Support measures for the elderly

Against the backdrop of growing population aging, the Beijing administration is strengthening support measures for elderly people. In particular, an increase in basic pension payments and the development of service infrastructure for the elderly are planned.

National context

China's population has been declining since 2022, and the demographic aging process is accelerating. This affects the country's economy, including the growth of domestic consumption and the stability of the pension system. According to Reuters estimates, in 2026 the Chinese government is expected to spend a total of 180 billion yuan — approximately 26.92 billion dollars — on programs to boost the birth rate.