Japan Population Decline Simulator

Chiba千葉県

Sakura 佐倉市

Data last updated:

2020

(Census)

168,858

2030

(Projection)

159,892

-5.3%

2040

(Projection)

147,329

-12.7%

2050

(Projection)

135,752

-19.6%

Elderly Rate (65+): 2020 32.8%2050 41%

Other municipalities in Chiba (千葉県)

Data Sources

  • Portal Site of Official Statistics of Japan (e-Stat)https://www.e-stat.go.jp/
  • National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Regional Population Projections (2023 ed.)

* This service uses the e-Stat API but its content is not guaranteed by the Japanese government.

About Sakura

Overview

Sakura (佐倉市) is a municipality in Chiba, Japan, with a population of 168,858 as of 2020.

Population Projection

According to projections by Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Sakura's population is expected to reach 159,892 by 2030 (-5.3%), 147,329 by 2040 (-12.7%), and 135,752 by 2050 (-19.6%). A modest population change is expected.

Aging Outlook

The aging rate (percentage of residents aged 65 and over) is 32.8% as of 2020 and is projected to rise to 41.0% by 2050. Over 40% of residents will be elderly, significantly affecting healthcare and social services needs.

National Comparison

Sakura's demographic trajectory is similar to the national average.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.What is the current population of Sakura, Chiba?
A.According to the 2020 national census, Sakura has a population of 168,858.
Q.What is the projected population of Sakura in the future?
A.According to IPSS projections, Sakura's population is expected to be 159,892 in 2030, 147,329 in 2040, and 135,752 in 2050.
Q.What is the population decline rate of Sakura?
A.Over the 30 years from 2020 to 2050, Sakura's population is projected to change by -19.6%. The 10-year change is -5.3% and the 20-year change is -12.7%.
Q.What is the aging rate of Sakura?
A.Sakura's aging rate (percentage aged 65 and over) is 32.8% as of 2020, projected to rise to 41.0% by 2050.
Q.Where does this population data come from?
A.Historical data is sourced from Japan's national census via the e-Stat API (Statistics Bureau of Japan). Future projections are from the National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS) "Regional Population Projections 2023".
Q.Is the data up to date?
A.Historical data uses the 2020 national census results. Future projections use the IPSS 2023 edition. Data will be updated as new census results become available.

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