Shifting Age Structure in Federal Custody: 2009-10 and 2019-20

The age structure of an incarcerated population establishes potential for future growth of specific age groups, as well as the total in-custody population. Younger inmates require a sufficient number of correctional, educational and vocational programs. Upon conditional release, they require meaningful employment to promote community reintegration, and quality supervision and support to promote safe community management. Older inmates require different accommodation and treatment facilities.