Japan Population Decline Simulator

Shimane島根県

Izumo 出雲市

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Izumo, Shimane, Japan has a population of 172,887 (2020 national census). IPSS projections estimate 166,781 by 2030 and 150,468 by 2050 (a decrease of about 13.0% from 2020), with the share of residents aged 65+ rising from 30.2% to 35.8%.Sources: Japan Census (Statistics Bureau), IPSS Regional Population Projections (2023)

2020

(Census)

172,887

2030

(Projection)

166,781

-3.5%

2040

(Projection)

159,477

-7.8%

2050

(Projection)

150,468

-13.0%

Elderly Rate (65+): 2020 30.2%2050 35.8%

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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.

Izumo Population Projection Table (2020–2050)

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

YearPopulationvs 2020Type
2020172,887Census
2025170,063▼ -1.6%Projection
2030166,781▼ -3.5%Projection
2035163,280▼ -5.6%Projection
2040159,477▼ -7.8%Projection
2045155,149▼ -10.3%Projection
2050150,468▼ -13.0%Projection

About Izumo

Overview

Izumo (出雲市) is a municipality in Shimane, Japan, with a population of 172,887 as of 2020.

Population Projection of Izumo

According to projections by Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Izumo's population is expected to reach 166,781 by 2030 (-3.5%), 159,477 by 2040 (-7.8%), and 150,468 by 2050 (-13.0%). A modest population change is expected.

Aging Rate of Izumo

The aging rate (percentage of residents aged 65 and over) is 30.2% as of 2020 and is projected to rise to 35.8% by 2050. The aging rate will remain below the most severe Japanese averages.

National Comparison

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

National and Prefectural Rank

  • Population decline rate: Ranked #1538 out of 1916 municipalities nationwide.
  • Aging rate in 2050: Ranked #1560 out of 1916 nationwide.
  • Population size: Ranked #219 out of 1916 nationwide.
  • Related: National rankings / All municipalities in Shimane

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.What is the current population of Izumo, Shimane?
A.According to the 2020 national census, Izumo has a population of 172,887.
Q.What is the population of Izumo in 2026?
A.Izumo's population in 2026 is estimated at approximately 169,407. This is an interpolated reference value between the 2020 census (172,887) and the IPSS projection for 2030 (166,781).
Q.What is the projected population of Izumo in the future?
A.According to IPSS projections, Izumo's population is expected to be 166,781 in 2030, 159,477 in 2040, and 150,468 in 2050.
Q.What is the population decline rate of Izumo?
A.Over the 30 years from 2020 to 2050, Izumo's population is projected to change by -13.0%. The 10-year change is -3.5% and the 20-year change is -7.8%.
Q.Why is the population of Izumo 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 Izumo, the share of residents aged 65+ is projected to rise from 30.2% to 35.8% by 2050, which further accelerates natural decrease.
Q.What is the aging rate of Izumo?
A.Izumo's aging rate (percentage aged 65 and over) is 30.2% as of 2020, projected to rise to 35.8% 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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