Kumamoto熊本県
Nishihara 西原村
Data last updated:
2020
(Census)
6,430
2030
(Projection)
6,367
▼ -1.0%
2040
(Projection)
6,254
▼ -2.7%
2050
(Projection)
6,013
▼ -6.5%
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 Nishihara
Overview
Nishihara (西原村) is a municipality in Kumamoto, Japan, with a population of 6,430 as of 2020.
Population Projection
According to projections by Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Nishihara's population is expected to reach 6,367 by 2030 (-1.0%), 6,254 by 2040 (-2.7%), and 6,013 by 2050 (-6.5%). A modest population change is expected.
Aging Outlook
The aging rate (percentage of residents aged 65 and over) is 31.5% as of 2020 and is projected to rise to 43.3% by 2050. Over 40% of residents will be elderly, significantly affecting healthcare and social services needs.
National Comparison
Nishihara's demographic trajectory is similar to the national average.