Fascinating Facts About Baby Boomers: A Closer Look
If you were born between 1946 and 1964, you belong to an esteemed group called “baby boomers.” The nickname came as there was a baby boom after World War II, with an increased number of births than generations prior. There was a two year span after World War I with an elevated number of babies coming into the world, but the baby boomer generation stretched over an 18 year period, with 76.4 million babies being born, accounting for 40% of the US population at the time.
Understanding key facts about baby boomers, including their social, financial, and cultural contributions, allows us to celebrate their legacy and ongoing influence.
If you are part of this iconic group, you are in good company. According to Statista, there are more than 71 million baby boomers in the United States! At this point in time, 10,000 baby boomers turn 65 every day. As the United States Census Bureau reports, by 2030, all baby boomers will be 65 or older.
As young adults in the sixties, baby boomers were instrumental in defining the era of social change and activism. By standing up for causes that they believed in, baby boomers showed generations to come how to peacefully protest and raise awareness for societal and political causes. To honor Baby Boomers Recognition Day, which falls on August 17th, let’s explore some facts about this powerful group.
Facts About Baby Boomers
- 10,000 baby boomers will reach the age of retirement each day
- 90% of baby boomers are married
- 82% of baby boomers have embraced social media
- 59% of baby boomers support their children financially
- The buying power of baby boomers is nearly $2.6 trillion
- 41 million baby boomers are working
- 18% of baby boomers purchase their groceries online
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