Analysis of the Relationship Between Population Structure Changes and Urban Functional Balance

This study analyzes panel data from 17 metropolitan regions in Korea (2014Korea ( -2023) ) to examine how demographic structures influence the spatial equity of urban functional spaces.Using the Structural Variation Coefficient (SVC), correlation analysis, and multiple regression, the study identifies the impacts of aging, population density, population growth, migration, and birth rates on five key urban functions: medical, educational, green, commercial, and public services.The analysis results showed that "aging rate" showed a significant relationship with "medical facilities," "educational facilities," and "green space.""Population density" and "birth rate" also showed significant relationships with "public service facilities.""Population growth rate" showed a significant relationship with "medical facilities" and "green space."Meanwhile, "net migration rate" showed no significant relationship with any urban function variable.Based on these findings, the study proposes strategic directions for restructuring urban functions to address Korea's ongoing demographic transition.