Core Insights - The report highlights the population changes across various provinces in China for the year 2024, indicating that most provinces have experienced a decline in their resident population, with only a few showing growth [2][3]. Population Growth and Decline - Among the 29 provinces that have reported their 2024 population data, only 9 provinces have seen an increase in their resident population, with Guangdong leading the growth by adding over 700,000 residents [2][4]. - The provinces with a population increase of 100,000 or more are limited to four, with Guangdong's growth being the most significant [2][3]. - Conversely, 9 provinces have reported a decline of over 100,000 residents, with Shandong experiencing the largest decrease at approximately 428,300 residents [11][12]. Guangdong Province - Guangdong's resident population reached 127.8 million, marking an increase of 740,000 from the previous year, reclaiming its position as the province with the highest population growth [4][5]. - The natural population growth in Guangdong contributed significantly to its overall increase, with a birth rate of 8.89‰ and a natural growth rate of 3.69‰ [5]. Zhejiang Province - In contrast, Zhejiang's population growth relied more on mechanical growth rather than natural increase, with a negative natural growth rate reported for both 2023 and 2024 [6][9]. - The province's population increased by 430,000 in 2024, but it still faced challenges with a declining birth rate [6][9]. Northeast Region - The northeastern provinces, particularly Jilin and Liaoning, have seen a resurgence in population decline, with both provinces losing over 200,000 residents in 2024 [7][12]. - The demographic challenges in these provinces are exacerbated by high elderly dependency ratios and low birth rates, contributing to their ongoing population decline [8][9]. Shandong Province - Shandong has faced continuous population decline for three consecutive years, with a reported decrease of 428,300 residents in 2024, the highest in the country [11][12]. - The province's natural growth rate has been negative for three years, indicating a concerning demographic trend [11]. Other Provinces - Other provinces experiencing significant population declines include Henan, Hunan, and Jiangxi, each losing over 100,000 residents in 2024 [12]. - The report indicates that the central region is particularly affected, with most provinces showing a downward trend in population [12].
2024年多省份人口增长 广东增幅居首
Zhong Guo Jing Ying Bao·2025-04-11 20:05