The elderly population in Oman has reached 256,469 by 2025, of which 73.5% or 188,390 are Omani. This figure shows a 4% increase compared to 2024. According to statistical data, more than half of the elderly Omanis reside in the three provinces of Muscat, Al Dakhiliyah, and North Al Batinah. Additionally, forecasts indicate an increase in the Omani elderly population to 385,395 by 2040.
Healthcare Status of the Elderly
In 2025, the total number of elderly Omani hospitalizations in Ministry of Health institutions has reached 46,517, which is 3% less than the previous year. Among these cases, respiratory diseases account for 14% of total hospitalizations. Also, in the same year, the number of elderly Omani deaths in Ministry of Health institutions has decreased to 2,596, which is 45% less than in 2024. Of this number, 24% died due to cardiovascular diseases.
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Educational and Social Status of the Elderly
In terms of education, 33% of elderly Omanis in 2025 are without any educational qualifications, totaling 62,723 individuals, of which 32% are men and 68% are women. Additionally, 26.3% of elderly Omanis have education below the diploma level. Regarding family status, 88% of elderly Omani men are married, while this figure is only 49% for elderly Omani women.
Regarding economic status, the financial support rate for elderly Omanis in 2025 has reached 10.8%, an increase from 10.7% in 2024. Furthermore, 26% of elderly Omanis are retired. The number of elderly individuals employed in 2025 has decreased to 53,900, which is 5% less than the previous year. The number of elderly Omani entrepreneurs has also decreased to 7,637, down from 11,958 the previous year.
In terms of ownership, 72% of elderly Omanis own one or more pieces of land, and 51% own one or more residential units. Additionally, 64,200 elderly Omanis have one or more vehicles.
In terms of social support, the number of individuals benefiting from elderly benefits has reached 174,662 in 2025, which constitutes 93% of the total group. Muscat province has the highest number of beneficiaries at 38,192. Furthermore, the number of individuals benefiting from services provided to the elderly has increased by 20% to 6,996.
Finally, the number of registered retirees in pension funds has decreased to about 160,000, which is 4% less than the previous year. 66% of this number are retirees from the public sector, and 43% of retired women have left service due to resignation.
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