The Dominican Republic and its population projections for the future

The Dominican Republic is projected to undergo a significant demographic transition as its population structure shifts toward an older age profile. According to the new National Population Estimates and Projections 1950-2100, published by the National Statistics Office, the country is expected to reach a milestone in 2044. By that year, the number of individuals aged 60 and older will surpass the number of residents under the age of 15 for the first time in the nation's history. This shift marks a departure from the country's historical demographic trends, signaling a long-term change in the age composition of the Dominican population.