Department of Health and Human Services Administration on Aging Back to Previous Spotlight On Statistical Profile of Black Older American Aged 65+ The Black or African American older population was 3.1 million in 2006 and is projected to grow to over 10.4 million by 2050. In 2006, African American persons made up 8.3 percent of the older population. By 2050, the percentage of the older population that is African American is projected to account for 12 percent of the older population.   Learn more statistical facts [ DOC] [PDF]   Back to Previous