Bachelor's+ 29.2%

13% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 5.5%

83% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.5%

32% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.2%

90% lower than US avg

People

Population35,759

Median Age49.1 yrs

Density197/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$33,836

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty1.2%

Health

Obesity5.5%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking14.9%

Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain34.4 in/yr

Sunny Days274/yr

Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.0%

Population	35,759
Population Density	197 / sq mi
Elevation	13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates	44.0213°, 144.2697°
Timezone	Asia/Tokyo
Country	🇯🇵 Japan
State / Province	Hokkaido
Average Temperature	43°F (6°C)
January Average	20°F (-7°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	34.4 inches (873 mm)
Annual Snowfall	8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Age	49.1 years

Is Abashiri a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Abashiri receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Abashiri offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Abashiri has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Abashiri has a population of 35,759 with a density of 197 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

35,759

Total Population

197

People / sq mi

49.1yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

181.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Abashiri vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Abashiri vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Abashiri is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Abashiri vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	32% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.2%
	90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Abashiri, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Abashiri vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	5.5%
	83% below US avg
Diabetes	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.9%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	6.3%
Depression	14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.0%

Food & Exercise

Abashiri has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	42.7°F
	21% below US avg
January Average	20°F (-7°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	34.4 inches
	10% below US avg
Snowfall	8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	87.4%

Geography

Elevation	13 ft (4 m)
Area	181.9 sq mi (471.0 km²)
Population Density	197/sq mi
Coordinates	44.0213°N, 144.2697°W
Timezone	Asia/Tokyo

29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	29.2%
	13% below US avg
High School+	99.0%

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	197/sq mi
Total Area	181.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Abashiri, Japan

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Is Abashiri a Good Place to Live?

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Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Abashiri vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Abashiri vs U.S. Average

Income: Abashiri vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Abashiri vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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