In 2026, the central regions of Italy had the oldest population, with more than one-quarter of the inhabitants over 65 years old. By contrast, the largest share of individuals aged up to 14 years lives in the south. Regional data on births show the southern regions have the highest birth rate in the country.
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Istat. (April 19, 2026). Age distribution of the population in Italy in 2026, by macro-region [Graph]. In ÌÇÐÄÆƽâ°æ. Retrieved July 28, 2026, from /statistics/569220/population-distribution-by-age-group-in-italy-by-macro-region/
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Age distribution of the population in Italy in 2026, by macro-region [Graph], Istat, April 19, 2026. [Online]. Available: /statistics/569220/population-distribution-by-age-group-in-italy-by-macro-region/
