Shimane島根県
Nishinoshima 西ノ島町
Data last updated:
2020
(Census)
2,788
2030
(Projection)
2,371
▼ -15.0%
2040
(Projection)
2,025
▼ -27.4%
2050
(Projection)
1,740
▼ -37.6%
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 Nishinoshima
Overview
Nishinoshima (西ノ島町) is a municipality in Shimane, Japan, with a population of 2,788 as of 2020.
Population Projection
According to projections by Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Nishinoshima's population is expected to reach 2,371 by 2030 (-15.0%), 2,025 by 2040 (-27.4%), and 1,740 by 2050 (-37.6%). A significant population decline is projected over the next three decades.
Aging Outlook
The aging rate (percentage of residents aged 65 and over) is 46.2% as of 2020 and is projected to rise to 41.4% by 2050. Over 40% of residents will be elderly, significantly affecting healthcare and social services needs.
National Comparison
Nishinoshima's population decline rate exceeds the national average.
National and Prefectural Rank
- Population decline rate: Ranked #807 out of 1916 municipalities nationwide.
- Aging rate in 2050: Ranked #1142 out of 1916 nationwide.
- Population size: Ranked #1770 out of 1916 nationwide.
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