In 2023, 10.3% of people aged 55 and up who had retired were working again. In 2005, the share was 5.6%.
Time covered: 2005 — 2023
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Five bars show the share who worked among people 55+ who had retired. They show 2005, 2012, 2016, 2019 and 2023. The scale runs from 0% to 15%.
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| Time | Place | Working after retirement, ages 55+ |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 2005 | 5.6% |
| 2012 | 2012 | 7.1% |
| 2016 | 2016 | 6.6% |
| 2019 | 2019 | 7.3% |
| 2023 | 2023 | 10.3% |
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In 2023, 10.3% of people aged 55 and up who had retired were working again. In 2005, the share was 5.6%.
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What this does not show: The survey leaves out the territories, reserves and care homes, among other groups. In 2023, it moved to a form people filled out themselves. That change may affect comparisons.
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