Kumamoto熊本県
Nishi 熊本市西区
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Nishi, Kumamoto, Japan has a population of 91,143 (2020 national census). IPSS projections estimate 87,405 by 2030 and 77,594 by 2050 (a decrease of about 14.9% from 2020), with the share of residents aged 65+ rising from 30.7% to 37.4%.Sources: Japan Census (Statistics Bureau), IPSS Regional Population Projections (2023)
2020
(Census)
91,143
2030
(Projection)
87,405
▼ -4.1%
2040
(Projection)
82,819
▼ -9.1%
2050
(Projection)
77,594
▼ -14.9%
Other municipalities in Kumamoto (熊本県)
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 Nishi
Overview
Nishi (熊本市西区) is a municipality in Kumamoto, Japan, with a population of 91,143 as of 2020.
Population Projection
According to projections by Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Nishi's population is expected to reach 87,405 by 2030 (-4.1%), 82,819 by 2040 (-9.1%), and 77,594 by 2050 (-14.9%). A modest population change is expected.
Aging Outlook
The aging rate (percentage of residents aged 65 and over) is 30.7% as of 2020 and is projected to rise to 37.4% by 2050. The aging rate will remain below the most severe Japanese averages.
National Comparison
Nishi's demographic trajectory is similar to the national average.
National and Prefectural Rank
- Population decline rate: Ranked #1486 out of 1916 municipalities nationwide.
- Aging rate in 2050: Ranked #1449 out of 1916 nationwide.
- Population size: Ranked #459 out of 1916 nationwide.
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