The recent report from the Jeollabuk-do Research Institute highlights a concerning trend: the youth population in Jeollabuk-do is projected to halve by 2050. Despite some improvements in employment rates, factors such as income stagnation, housing challenges, and overall quality of life are driving young people away from the region. This trend is particularly pronounced among women and those in their twenties, raising alarms about the future workforce and community vitality.

Recent analysis from the Jeollabuk-do Research Institute reveals a startling forecast: the youth population in the region is projected to decline by nearly 50% by 2050. This alarming trend necessitates a critical examination of whether local job opportunities, income levels, housing, and overall living conditions are genuinely conducive to retaining young residents. The report, titled “Statistics on the Lives of Youth in Jeollabuk-do,” utilizes various administrative and survey statistics to provide an objective assessment of the current state of youth in the region.