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Potential Support Ratio which is, another major indicator presenting
the measurement the ability of working aged group in supporting the elderly
showed a decline from 5 persons in 2010 to 2 persons in 2030.
Chart 1.4 Potential Support Ratio: 1980-2040
Source: Population and Housing Census: 1980-2010, National Statistical Office.
Population Projections for Thailand: 2010-2040, Office of the National Economic and
Social Development Board.
The Elderly in the Labour Force
The Labour Force Survey showed that one-third of the elderly were
still working.
Table 1.1 Elderly (Aged 60 Years and Over) by Work Status: 2009-2013
Work Status 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
Total 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0 100.0
Working 39.8 38.0 38.9 39.4 38.3
Not working 60.2 62.0 61.1 60.6 61.7
Source: The Labour Force Survey Round 3: 2009-2013, National Statistical Office.
Rate
Year