Geography
Demographic Causes and Effects of International Retirement Migration
Quick fact
The number of international migrants aged 65 and older grew by about 70% between 1990 and 2020, from roughly 12 million to 21 million (UN DESA data). This makes older adults one of the fastest-growing segments of international migration.
Why this is interesting
Imagine a German retiree moving to a sunny Spanish coast or an American seeking affordable care in Mexico. Why do millions of older adults pack up and head abroad?