Slovenia Population Structure: Demographic Transition from 1982-2024

Key Insights

Dramatic Demographic Shift: Slovenia has undergone a significant demographic transformation from 1982 to 2024. The young population (0-14 years) decreased from 22.9% to 14.7%, while the elderly population (65+ years) increased from 10.9% to 21.8%.

Aging Population: The most striking trend is the rapid aging of Slovenia’s population. The percentage of people aged 80+ has increased from just 1.8% in 1982 to 5.8% in 2024, representing more than a three-fold increase.

Working Age Population: The working-age population (20-64 years) has declined from a peak of 61.3% in 2022 to 58.6% in 2024, indicating growing pressure on the economically active population to support dependents.

Demographic Transition Timeline: The steepest decline in young population occurred between 1982-2008, while the elderly population growth accelerated after 2005, indicating Slovenia’s rapid transition to an aged society structure.

Chart Information

Chart Type: Multi-line chart

Colors Used: Primary color #18baa8 (teal) for 0-14 years, complementary colors for other age groups

Data Period: 1982-2024 (42 years)

Legend:

• Young (0-14 years) – Primary teal color
• Working Age (20-64 years) – Orange
• Elderly (65+ years) – Red
• Very Elderly (80+ years) – Purple