Shimane島根県
Misato 美郷町
Data last updated:
2020
(Census)
4,355
2030
(Projection)
3,430
▼ -21.2%
2040
(Projection)
2,780
▼ -36.2%
2050
(Projection)
2,253
▼ -48.3%
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 Misato
Overview
Misato (美郷町) is a municipality in Shimane, Japan, with a population of 4,355 as of 2020.
Population Projection
According to projections by Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Misato's population is expected to reach 3,430 by 2030 (-21.2%), 2,780 by 2040 (-36.2%), and 2,253 by 2050 (-48.3%). A significant population decline is projected over the next three decades.
Aging Outlook
The aging rate (percentage of residents aged 65 and over) is 47.9% as of 2020 and is projected to rise to 49.7% by 2050. Over 40% of residents will be elderly, significantly affecting healthcare and social services needs.
National Comparison
Misato is experiencing one of the faster rates of population decline in Japan.
National and Prefectural Rank
- Population decline rate: Ranked #400 out of 1916 municipalities nationwide.
- Aging rate in 2050: Ranked #585 out of 1916 nationwide.
- Population size: Ranked #1665 out of 1916 nationwide.
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