Projections and Characteristics
of the 60+ Population
in Butler County
Shahla Mehdizadeh, Phyllis Cummins, Suzanne Kunkel,
Jane K. Straker, “Ian” Matt Nelson
June 2018
This research was funded as part of a grant from the Ohio General Assembly, through theOhio Board of Regents to the Ohio Long-Term Care Research Project. For additional information about this funding source see scripps@miamioh.edu; and for this report see www.ohio-population.org or contact us at Scripps Gerontology Center, Miami University, Oxford, OH 45056; (513) 529-2914; scripps@miamioh.edu .
Suggested citation:
Scripps Gerontology Center (2013). Projections and Characteristics of the 60+ Population. Scripps Gerontology Center, Miami University, Oxford, OH. Available at www.ohio-population.org
Butler County
This report describes the characteristics of the county’s 60-plus population in 2010, and changes that have occurred since 2000. This chart book also includes population characteristics such as education, income level, marital status, and living arrangement that are shown to be associated with the need for long-term services and supports. There are also charts that compare the older population of the county to the state as a whole.
In addition, the projected size of the 60+ population for 2015- 2030 and those expected to experience physical and/or cognitive disability are included. These projections are intended to assist planners, decisions makers, and service providers in preparing for the aging population, particularly those who will likely need assistance.
Profile of the 60+ Population
| 2000 | 2010 | 2000 | 2010 | 2000 | 2010 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45,797,200.0 | 57,085,908.0 | 1,963,489.0 | 2,287,424.0 | 47,577.0 | 61,947.0 |
| Median Income | NA | 20,152.0 | 15,400.0 | 20,320.0 | 16,000.0 | 21,765.0 |
| Percent of Population Age 60+ | 16.3 | 18.5 | 17.3 | 19.8 | 14.2 | 16.8 |
| Percent at of Below Poverty | 13.0 | 12.0 | 12.0 | 12.0 | 11.0 | 10.0 |
| Percent White | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.9 |
| Percent Married | NA | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 0.6 |
| Percent Having Grandchildren Living At Home | NA | 5.4 | 3.5 | 3.6 | 4.1 | 5.5 |
| Percentag with High School Diploma of Higher | 68.0 | 79.7 | 68.5 | 79.3 | 66.3 | 78.4 |
| Percent of 65+ Medicaid Recipients | 7.0 | 8.8 | 10.2 | 10.4 | NA | 12.4 |
Source: United States Department of Commerce. Bureau of the Census. American Community Survey (ACS): Public Use Microdata Sample (PUMS), 2006-2010.
| 60+ Population | Total Population | 60+ Population | Total Population | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 84,848 | 384,010 | 2,929,940 | 11,688,811 |
| 2030 | 98,981 | 396,227 | 3,242,608 | 11,701,544 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, 2000: Public Use Microdata Sample: 5-Percent. United States Department of Commerce. Bureau of the Census. American Community Survey (ACS): Public Use Microdata Sample (PUMS), 2006-2010.
| 60+ Population | |
|---|---|
| Butler County | 61,947 |
| Butler County (Women) | 34,257 |
| Butler County (Men) | 27,690 |
| Ohio | 2,287,424 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, 2000: Public Use Microdata Sample: 5-Percent.United States Department of Commerce. Bureau of the Census. American Community Survey (ACS): Public Use Microdata Sample (PUMS), 2006-2010.
| Race | 2000 | 2010 | 2000 | 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Non-Hispanic | 3.91 | 3.92 | 8.36 | 8.56 |
| Hispanic | 0.37 | 1.07 | 0.72 | 1.10 |
| Other Races Non-Hispanic in | 1.29 | 2.58 | 1.23 | 1.61 |
| White Non-Hispanic | 94.43 | 92.43 | 89.69 | 88.72 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, 2000: Public Use Microdata Sample: 5-Percent. United States Department of Commerce. Bureau of the Census. American Community Survey (ACS): Public Use Microdata Sample (PUMS), 2006-2010.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, 2000: Public Use Microdata Sample: 5-Percent. United States Department of Commerce. Bureau of the Census. American Community Survey (ACS): Public Use Microdata Sample (PUMS), 2006-2010.
| 2000 | 2010 | |
|---|---|---|
| Butler | 28.2 | 22.45 |
| Ohio | 32.1 | 27.84 |
| County 60+ Population (Men) in 2010 | 27,690 |
| County 60+ Population (Women) in 2010 | 34,257 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, 2000: Public Use Microdata Sample: 5-Percent. United States Department of Commerce. Bureau of the Census. American Community Survey (ACS): Public Use Microdata Sample (PUMS), 2006-2010.
PARAGRAPH
Source: United States Department of Commerce. Bureau of the Census. American Community Survey (ACS): Public Use Microdata Sample (PUMS), 2006-2010.
Source: Scripps Gerontology Center. (2013). Projections of Ohio’s Population with a Disability 2010-2030 . Oxford, OH: Scripps Gerontology Center, Miami University.
Source: Scripps Gerontology Center. (2013). Projections of Ohio’s Population with a Disability 2010-2030 . Oxford, OH: Scripps Gerontology Center, Miami University.
Source: Scripps Gerontology Center. (2013). Projections of Ohio’s Population with a Disability 2010-2030 . Oxford, OH: Scripps Gerontology Center, Miami University.
Source: Scripps Gerontology Center. (2013). Projections of Ohio’s Population with a Disability 2010-2030 . Oxford, OH: Scripps Gerontology Center, Miami University.
For projection methodology see ohio-population.org/DataDownload Click on: Population Projection Methodology For Prevalence of Disability Estimation Methodology: Click on: Estimating Prevalence of Disability
Summary
This presentation of county population trends reveals important indicators of current and future need for long-term services and supports. The county’s population is aging; the share of the population that is 60 years and older will continue to grow over the next 20 years. A higher Percentage of the older population experiences poverty, compared to other adults. In addition, those at very advanced ages are mostly women who have outlived their spouses and most likely live alone. The combination of lower income, living alone and higher prevalence of disability among older women are all contributors to the need for long-term services and supports.