Niigata新潟県
Higashi 新潟市東区
Data last updated:
2020
(Census)
134,527
2030
(Projection)
123,147
▼ -8.5%
2040
(Projection)
112,476
▼ -16.4%
2050
(Projection)
101,183
▼ -24.8%
Other municipalities in Niigata (新潟県)
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.)
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About Higashi
Overview
Higashi (新潟市東区) is a municipality in Niigata, Japan, with a population of 134,527 as of 2020.
Population Projection
According to projections by Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Higashi's population is expected to reach 123,147 by 2030 (-8.5%), 112,476 by 2040 (-16.4%), and 101,183 by 2050 (-24.8%). A significant population decline is projected over the next three decades.
Aging Outlook
The aging rate (percentage of residents aged 65 and over) is 29.2% as of 2020 and is projected to rise to 40.3% by 2050. Over 40% of residents will be elderly, significantly affecting healthcare and social services needs.
National Comparison
Higashi's population decline rate exceeds the national average.