连续两年人口减少，重庆吸引力下降？真相是—>

Core Insights - The overall population growth trend in Chongqing has turned negative in recent years, contrasting with the previous growth observed until 2022 [2] - Despite the decline in total population, the main urban area of Chongqing continues to attract residents, indicating strong urban agglomeration effects [1][4] Population Trends - As of the end of 2024, Chongqing's total population is projected to be 31.90 million, with the main urban area housing 21.83 million, accounting for 68.43% of the total population [1] - The total population of Chongqing decreased by 219,100 in 2023 and is expected to decrease by another 9,600 in 2024 [2] - The aging population is a significant factor in the decline, with 8.01 million people aged 60 and above, representing an aging rate of 25.11% [2] Birth and Death Rates - In 2024, the birth rate in Chongqing is projected to be 5.99‰, with a total of 191,000 births, while the death rate is expected to be 8.87‰, with 283,000 deaths, resulting in a natural population growth rate of -2.88‰ [3] Urban Area Dynamics - The main urban area of Chongqing has shown consistent population growth, with a recorded population of 21.12 million in 2020, increasing to 21.83 million in 2024 [4] - The center city area has experienced a population increase of 0.7%, while other regions within the urban area have seen slight declines [4] Economic and Resource Factors - The main urban area of Chongqing has become a focal point for population inflow due to its economic development, job opportunities, and abundant public resources, mirroring the trend of "province reduction and capital city increase" seen in other regions [5]