Census illustrates 100 years of South Korea's social and economic evolution (ChosunBiz/3 Feb 2025)

Chosun Biz reports that the 2025 Census marks a century of demographic tracking in South Korea, revealing stark shifts in population trends. While past censuses documented war, urbanization, and economic growth, recent data underscores a deepening demographic crisis. Birth rates have plummeted, single-person households now account for a third of all homes, and 93% of married women report no plans for additional children. The upcoming Census will provide critical insights into South Korea’s accelerating population decline.