Saga佐賀県
Genkai 玄海町
Data last updated:
2020
(Census)
5,609
2030
(Projection)
4,830
▼ -13.9%
2040
(Projection)
4,092
▼ -27.0%
2050
(Projection)
3,332
▼ -40.6%
Other municipalities in Saga (佐賀県)
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 Genkai
Overview
Genkai (玄海町) is a municipality in Saga, Japan, with a population of 5,609 as of 2020.
Population Projection
According to projections by Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Genkai's population is expected to reach 4,830 by 2030 (-13.9%), 4,092 by 2040 (-27.0%), and 3,332 by 2050 (-40.6%). A significant population decline is projected over the next three decades.
Aging Outlook
The aging rate (percentage of residents aged 65 and over) is 31.8% as of 2020 and is projected to rise to 49.5% by 2050. Over 40% of residents will be elderly, significantly affecting healthcare and social services needs.
National Comparison
Genkai is experiencing one of the faster rates of population decline in Japan.
National and Prefectural Rank
- Population decline rate: Ranked #701 out of 1916 municipalities nationwide.
- Aging rate in 2050: Ranked #595 out of 1916 nationwide.
- Population size: Ranked #1591 out of 1916 nationwide.
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