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Romania is increasingly recognized as the "country of retirees" due to a continuous demographic aging trend. Between July 2025 and July 2026, the proportion of elderly individuals (over 65) rose by 0.3%, while the youth population (0-14 years) decreased by 0.1%. The aging index increased from 135.4 to 139.2 elderly per 100 youth. The average age of the population reached 43.4 years, with a median age of 44.5 years. The largest age group was 45-49 years, comprising 8.6% of the total population. The overall population decreased by 0.5% to 21.56 million, with urban areas experiencing a 0.9% decline. Both male and female populations also saw slight reductions.