demographics
Working-Age Population
Population aged 15-74
🇨🇦 Canada
32.2M▲ 9.1
As of 2026-01-01
🇺🇸 United States
256.8M▲ 50.7
As of 2026-01-01
Historical Comparison
- Canada
- United States
Why it matters
Aging populations strain pensions and healthcare.
Frequency: annual
Units: number
Seasonal adj.: N/A
Importance: 6/10