Japan Population Decline Simulator

Hiroshima広島県

Mashiaki 広島市安芸区

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Mashiaki, Hiroshima, Japan has a population of 77,127 (2020 national census). IPSS projections estimate 73,651 by 2030 and 64,139 by 2050 (a decrease of about 16.8% from 2020), with the share of residents aged 65+ rising from 26.9% to 35.6%.Sources: Japan Census (Statistics Bureau), IPSS Regional Population Projections (2023)

2020

(Census)

77,127

2030

(Projection)

73,651

-4.5%

2040

(Projection)

69,071

-10.4%

2050

(Projection)

64,139

-16.8%

Elderly Rate (65+): 2020 26.9%2050 35.6%

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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.

Mashiaki Population Projection Table (2020–2050)

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

YearPopulationvs 2020Type
202077,127Census
202575,723▼ -1.8%Projection
203073,651▼ -4.5%Projection
203571,453▼ -7.4%Projection
204069,071▼ -10.4%Projection
204566,625▼ -13.6%Projection
205064,139▼ -16.8%Projection

About Mashiaki

Overview

Mashiaki (広島市安芸区) is a municipality in Hiroshima, Japan, with a population of 77,127 as of 2020.

Population Projection of Mashiaki

According to projections by Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Mashiaki's population is expected to reach 73,651 by 2030 (-4.5%), 69,071 by 2040 (-10.4%), and 64,139 by 2050 (-16.8%). A modest population change is expected.

Aging Rate of Mashiaki

The aging rate (percentage of residents aged 65 and over) is 26.9% as of 2020 and is projected to rise to 35.6% by 2050. The aging rate will remain below the most severe Japanese averages.

National Comparison

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

National and Prefectural Rank

  • Population decline rate: Ranked #1441 out of 1916 municipalities nationwide.
  • Aging rate in 2050: Ranked #1576 out of 1916 nationwide.
  • Population size: Ranked #522 out of 1916 nationwide.
  • Related: National rankings / All municipalities in Hiroshima

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.What is the current population of Mashiaki, Hiroshima?
A.According to the 2020 national census, Mashiaki has a population of 77,127.
Q.What is the population of Mashiaki in 2026?
A.Mashiaki's population in 2026 is estimated at approximately 75,309. This is an interpolated reference value between the 2020 census (77,127) and the IPSS projection for 2030 (73,651).
Q.What is the projected population of Mashiaki in the future?
A.According to IPSS projections, Mashiaki's population is expected to be 73,651 in 2030, 69,071 in 2040, and 64,139 in 2050.
Q.What is the population decline rate of Mashiaki?
A.Over the 30 years from 2020 to 2050, Mashiaki's population is projected to change by -16.8%. The 10-year change is -4.5% and the 20-year change is -10.4%.
Q.Why is the population of Mashiaki 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 Mashiaki, the share of residents aged 65+ is projected to rise from 26.9% to 35.6% by 2050, which further accelerates natural decrease.
Q.What is the aging rate of Mashiaki?
A.Mashiaki's aging rate (percentage aged 65 and over) is 26.9% as of 2020, projected to rise to 35.6% 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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