Gen Alpha in 2040
The whole cohort, described in the year it takes over early-career work.
In 2040 Generation Alpha is 16 to 30 and entering early-career work, Generation Beta is 1 to 15, Gen Z is 31 to 43 and Millennials are 44 to 59.
Gen Alpha in 2040
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How accurate is it?
It uses the McCrindle generation boundaries (Gen Alpha 2010–2024, Gen Beta 2025–2039) and UN World Population Prospects vital rates. Sources and formulas are on our methodology page.
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