Shimane島根県
Masuda 益田市
Data last updated:
2020
(Census)
45,039
2030
(Projection)
39,285
▼ -12.8%
2040
(Projection)
33,848
▼ -24.8%
2050
(Projection)
28,780
▼ -36.1%
Other municipalities in Shimane (島根県)
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 Masuda
Overview
Masuda (益田市) is a municipality in Shimane, Japan, with a population of 45,039 as of 2020.
Population Projection
According to projections by Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Masuda's population is expected to reach 39,285 by 2030 (-12.8%), 33,848 by 2040 (-24.8%), and 28,780 by 2050 (-36.1%). A significant population decline is projected over the next three decades.
Aging Outlook
The aging rate (percentage of residents aged 65 and over) is 38.2% as of 2020 and is projected to rise to 44.6% by 2050. Over 40% of residents will be elderly, significantly affecting healthcare and social services needs.
National Comparison
Masuda's population decline rate exceeds the national average.
National and Prefectural Rank
- Population decline rate: Ranked #859 out of 1916 municipalities nationwide.
- Aging rate in 2050: Ranked #910 out of 1916 nationwide.
- Population size: Ranked #749 out of 1916 nationwide.
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