Largest senior population, US cities · 2010
US cities home to the most residents aged 65 and over as of 2010. Ranked by number of people, not the senior share. New York, New York leads at 993,158. 6,642 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. California carries 4 of the top 25 entries.
UPDATED 2026-07-15 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU DECENNIAL CENSUS
Frequently asked
Which city has the highest residents 65 and over?
New York, New York ranks #1 with 993,158 (2010 Decennial Census).
What are the top 5 cities by residents 65 and over?
New York, New York, Los Angeles, California, Chicago, Illinois, Houston, Texas, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,642 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2010 Decennial Census data.
How is residents 65 and over measured?
Number of residents aged 65 and over, summed from the harmonized age bands (65-74, 75-84, 85+). Source: US Census Bureau, 2010 Decennial Census.