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Aki, Japan

Kochi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Aki is a small city in Kochi, Japan with a population of 16,370. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
16,370 Population 134/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
85.3 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

Population16,370
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density134/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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain85.3 in/yr
Sunny Days182/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population16,370
Population Density134 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates33.5000°, 133.9000°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKochi
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation85.3 inches (2,166 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Aki a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aki receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Aki 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

Aki enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 182 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 85.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Aki has a population of 16,370 with a density of 134 people per square mile, spread across 122.5 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

16,370
Total Population
134
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
122.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Aki vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Aki vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aki 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: Aki 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 Aki, 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: Aki 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

Aki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 182 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days182 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall85.3 inches
124% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area122.5 sq mi (317.4 km²)
Population Density134/sq mi
Coordinates33.5000°N, 133.9000°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
March 49°F (9°C) 5.3 in
April 58°F (14°C) 8.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 9.7 in
June 71°F (21°C) 13.1 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 10.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 6.5 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 11.8 in
October 65°F (18°C) 6.9 in
November 55°F (13°C) 4.6 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in Driest

Aki has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 41°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 85.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.1") and December the driest (2.2").

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 Density134/sq mi
Total Area122.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Aki

What is the population of Aki?

Aki has a population of 16,370 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 134 people per square mile, spread across 122.5 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 Aki expensive to live in?

Aki 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 Aki?

Aki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 182 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Aki?

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

How are the schools in Aki?

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

How healthy is Aki?

The obesity rate in Aki 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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