How many naval veterans remain from World War 2?

As of recent estimates, there are approximately 240,000 World War II veterans remaining in the United States, but this number is rapidly declining due to age. Among them, a smaller subset served in the Navy, but exact figures for naval veterans specifically are harder to pinpoint. The majority of these veterans are in their late 90s or older, and many are passing away each day. The legacy of their service continues to be honored as they diminish in number.