Data: U.S. Census Bureau; Map: Alex Fitzpatrick/Axios
The number of centenarians — people aged 100 or older — in the U.S. grew by 50% from the 2010 Census to the 2020 count, per a new Census Bureau analysis.
Why it matters: The Bureau's new deep dive offers a comprehensive look at one of America's fastest-growing demographics, who represent a triumph of medical and scientific advancements but also have unique caretaking needs.
