Seniors 65 and older comprise about 1 in 8 Americans.

Among seniors 85 and older, there are 43 men for every 100 women.

There are approximately 68,000 American centenarians - nearly double the number from 1990.

By 2050, there should be over one million American centenarians.

Life expectancy at birth in 2000 is 77.

More than one million grandparents 65 and older live with their grandchildren.

Median household income for householders 65 and older is $22,812 (compared to $40,816 for all householders).

Median net worth for householders 65 and older is $92,399 (compared to $40,200 for all householders).