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Akaigawa, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Akaigawa is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 1,165. Elevation: 449 ft (137 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,165 Population 11/sq mi density
449 ft Elevation 137 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
54.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.2% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population1,165
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density11/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 Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain54.9 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation449 ft (137 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population1,165
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Coordinates43.0833°, 140.8172°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation54.9 inches (1,395 mm)
Annual Snowfall20.6 inches (52 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Akaigawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Akaigawa 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. Akaigawa 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

Akaigawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.9 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Akaigawa has a population of 1,165 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 108.1 square miles. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 27.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,165
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
108.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Akaigawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Akaigawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Akaigawa is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 65.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Akaigawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
32% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Akaigawa, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity5.5%
83% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking6.3%
Depression14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%

Food & Exercise

Akaigawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 20.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 449 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.9 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall20.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Area108.1 sq mi (280.1 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates43.0833°N, 140.8172°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 6.3 in Coldest, Wettest
February 22°F (-6°C) 4.7 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 3.3 in
April 40°F (4°C) 2.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in Driest
June 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
August 69°F (20°C) 5.5 in Warmest
September 60°F (16°C) 5.6 in
October 49°F (9°C) 5.1 in
November 37°F (3°C) 6.0 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 6.3 in

Akaigawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 21°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and May the driest (2.7").

29.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 13% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Density11/sq mi
Total Area108.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Akaigawa

What is the population of Akaigawa?

Akaigawa has a population of 1,165 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 108.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Akaigawa expensive to live in?

Akaigawa is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Akaigawa?

Akaigawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.9 inches, with 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Akaigawa?

The job market in Akaigawa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Akaigawa?

29.2% of adults in Akaigawa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Akaigawa?

The obesity rate in Akaigawa is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

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