The population born between 1946 and 1964 is commonly referred to as the Baby Boom generation.

 

Over 1/4 of the total U.S. population in 2006 was between ages 42 and 60.

 

The Majority of Baby Boomers:

\Are currently married

Reported having some college or higher

Are currently employed and working

Are currently married

 

What are of the country do Baby Boomer’s favor?  

South           28 Million                                            

Midwest        17.5 Million                                          

West            17.4 Million                                          

Northeast      15 Million      

                                     

Baby Boomer’s Favorite States:

California

Texas

New York

Florida

Pennsylvania

 

Top 5 Counties where Baby Boomer Live:      

Los Angeles County, California

Cook County, Illinois

Harris County, Texas  

Maricopa County, Arizona

Orange County, California

 

Interesting Facts:

 

65% of Baby Boomers are married

49% of Baby Boomers have at least a bachelor’s degree.

35% of Older American’s have serves in the armed forces

95% of Older American’s are still employed

92% of Baby Boomers still are earning income

80% of Older American’s own their own home

 

Tags: Baby Boomer, demographics, recruiting older workers, U.S. population

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