Vietnam experienced steady growth in its working-age population from in 1990, peaking at in 2013. Since then, there has been a gradual decline, with the percentage falling to by 2022. This reflects a transition from a youthful demographic toward an aging population. Ensuring job creation and skills development will be important for Vietnam to maximize productivity before aging pressures increase.
Gain a broader perspective by reviewing Vietnam’s fertility rate trends, Vietnam’s Median Age Shift, Vietnam’s population growth.