Japan Population Decline Simulator

Fukui福井県

Mihama 美浜町

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Mihama, Fukui, Japan has a population of 9,202 (2020 national census). IPSS projections estimate 8,085 by 2030 and 5,803 by 2050 (a decrease of about 36.9% from 2020), with the share of residents aged 65+ rising from 36.2% to 41.9%.Sources: Japan Census (Statistics Bureau), IPSS Regional Population Projections (2023)

2020

(Census)

9,202

2030

(Projection)

8,085

-12.1%

2040

(Projection)

6,905

-25.0%

2050

(Projection)

5,803

-36.9%

Elderly Rate (65+): 2020 36.2%2050 41.9%

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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.

Mihama Population Projection Table (2020–2050)

Population by year, based on the national census and IPSS (2023) projections.

YearPopulationvs 2020Type
20209,202Census
20258,638▼ -6.1%Projection
20308,085▼ -12.1%Projection
20357,507▼ -18.4%Projection
20406,905▼ -25.0%Projection
20456,344▼ -31.1%Projection
20505,803▼ -36.9%Projection

About Mihama

Overview

Mihama (美浜町) is a municipality in Fukui, Japan, with a population of 9,202 as of 2020.

Population Projection of Mihama

According to projections by Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Mihama's population is expected to reach 8,085 by 2030 (-12.1%), 6,905 by 2040 (-25.0%), and 5,803 by 2050 (-36.9%). A significant population decline is projected over the next three decades.

Aging Rate of Mihama

The aging rate (percentage of residents aged 65 and over) is 36.2% as of 2020 and is projected to rise to 41.9% by 2050. Over 40% of residents will be elderly, significantly affecting healthcare and social services needs.

National Comparison

Mihama's population decline rate exceeds the national average.

National and Prefectural Rank

  • Population decline rate: Ranked #825 out of 1916 municipalities nationwide.
  • Aging rate in 2050: Ranked #1101 out of 1916 nationwide.
  • Population size: Ranked #1410 out of 1916 nationwide.
  • Related: National rankings / All municipalities in Fukui

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.What is the current population of Mihama, Fukui?
A.According to the 2020 national census, Mihama has a population of 9,202.
Q.What is the population of Mihama in 2026?
A.Mihama's population in 2026 is estimated at approximately 8,527. This is an interpolated reference value between the 2020 census (9,202) and the IPSS projection for 2030 (8,085).
Q.What is the projected population of Mihama in the future?
A.According to IPSS projections, Mihama's population is expected to be 8,085 in 2030, 6,905 in 2040, and 5,803 in 2050.
Q.What is the population decline rate of Mihama?
A.Over the 30 years from 2020 to 2050, Mihama's population is projected to change by -36.9%. The 10-year change is -12.1% and the 20-year change is -25.0%.
Q.Why is the population of Mihama declining?
A.Nationwide, Japan's population decline is driven by natural decrease (deaths exceeding births) and, in regional municipalities, by net out-migration of young people to major metropolitan areas. In Mihama, the share of residents aged 65+ is projected to rise from 36.2% to 41.9% by 2050, which further accelerates natural decrease.
Q.What is the aging rate of Mihama?
A.Mihama's aging rate (percentage aged 65 and over) is 36.2% as of 2020, projected to rise to 41.9% 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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