Urban-rural differences in the successful aging among older adults in China.

ABSTRACT: This study aimed to reveal urban-rural disparities in successful aging among Chinese older adults and the impact of gender and age on aging outcomes. We utilized the Successful Aging Index (SAI), a multidimensional measure encompassing social, economic, bio-clinical, psychological, and lifestyle factors. Scores on the SAI range from 0 to 10, with higher scores signifying better aging. Data was sourced from the 2018 Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey, comprising 7,315 participants. Urban older adults (OU) had significantly higher SAI scores than rural older adults (OR), with averages of 4.32 ±  1.44 and 3.85 ±  1.24, respectively (p < 0.001). Men showed more successful aging than women, regardless of their residence (p < 0.001). OU had better financial and educational status and

SUBMITTER: Song K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11925467 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature