Okinawa沖縄県
Higashi 東村
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Higashi, Okinawa, Japan has a population of 1,599 (2020 national census). IPSS projections estimate 1,448 by 2030 and 1,128 by 2050 (a decrease of about 29.5% from 2020), with the share of residents aged 65+ rising from 36.7% to 45.0%.Sources: Japan Census (Statistics Bureau), IPSS Regional Population Projections (2023)
2020
(Census)
1,599
2030
(Projection)
1,448
▼ -9.4%
2040
(Projection)
1,290
▼ -19.3%
2050
(Projection)
1,128
▼ -29.5%
Other municipalities in Okinawa (沖縄県)
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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Higashi Population Projection Table (2020–2050)
Population by year, based on the national census and IPSS (2023) projections.
| Year | Population | vs 2020 | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1,599 | — | Census |
| 2025 | 1,517 | ▼ -5.1% | Projection |
| 2030 | 1,448 | ▼ -9.4% | Projection |
| 2035 | 1,370 | ▼ -14.3% | Projection |
| 2040 | 1,290 | ▼ -19.3% | Projection |
| 2045 | 1,215 | ▼ -24.0% | Projection |
| 2050 | 1,128 | ▼ -29.5% | Projection |
About Higashi
Overview
Higashi (東村) is a municipality in Okinawa, Japan, with a population of 1,599 as of 2020.
Population Projection of Higashi
According to projections by Japan's National Institute of Population and Social Security Research (IPSS), Higashi's population is expected to reach 1,448 by 2030 (-9.4%), 1,290 by 2040 (-19.3%), and 1,128 by 2050 (-29.5%). A significant population decline is projected over the next three decades.
Aging Rate of Higashi
The aging rate (percentage of residents aged 65 and over) is 36.7% as of 2020 and is projected to rise to 45.0% by 2050. Over 40% of residents will be elderly, significantly affecting healthcare and social services needs.
National Comparison
Higashi's population decline rate exceeds the national average.
National and Prefectural Rank
- Population decline rate: Ranked #1076 out of 1916 municipalities nationwide.
- Aging rate in 2050: Ranked #890 out of 1916 nationwide.
- Population size: Ranked #1844 out of 1916 nationwide.
- Related: National rankings / All municipalities in Okinawa