Japan Population Decline Simulator

Kanagawa神奈川県

Asao 川崎市麻生区

Data last updated:

2020

(Census)

180,889

2030

(Projection)

184,412

+1.9%

2040

(Projection)

188,784

+4.4%

2050

(Projection)

189,362

+4.7%

Elderly Rate (65+): 2020 24.2%2050 33.9%

Other municipalities in Kanagawa (神奈川県)

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 Asao

Overview

Asao (川崎市麻生区) is a municipality in Kanagawa, Japan, with a population of 180,889 as of 2020.

Population Projection

According to projections by Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Asao's population is expected to reach 184,412 by 2030 (+1.9%), 188,784 by 2040 (+4.4%), and 189,362 by 2050 (+4.7%). Asao is among the rare Japanese municipalities projected to see population growth.

Aging Outlook

The aging rate (percentage of residents aged 65 and over) is 24.2% as of 2020 and is projected to rise to 33.9% by 2050. The aging rate will remain below the most severe Japanese averages.

National Comparison

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.What is the current population of Asao, Kanagawa?
A.According to the 2020 national census, Asao has a population of 180,889.
Q.What is the projected population of Asao in the future?
A.According to IPSS projections, Asao's population is expected to be 184,412 in 2030, 188,784 in 2040, and 189,362 in 2050.
Q.What is the population decline rate of Asao?
A.Over the 30 years from 2020 to 2050, Asao's population is projected to change by +4.7%. The 10-year change is +1.9% and the 20-year change is +4.4%.
Q.What is the aging rate of Asao?
A.Asao's aging rate (percentage aged 65 and over) is 24.2% as of 2020, projected to rise to 33.9% 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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