Akita, Japan

Full City Profile

4.0 /5.0

A Great

307,672 Population 407/sq mi density

46 ft Elevation 14 meters

52°F Avg Temperature 11°C

Overall

4.0 / 5.0

Strong

Economy

3.0 / 5.0

$25,100 median income, 2.9% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$60,000 home value, $300/mo rent

Akita, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income

$25,100

67% below

Home Value

$60,000

79% below

Median Rent

$300/mo

74% below

Unemployment

2.9%

19% below

Avg Temperature

52°F

220 sunny days/yr

Is Akita a Good Place to Live?

4.0 / 5.0 — Great

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Akita residents earn a median household income of $25,100 , which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 769 business establishments, including 376 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Akita is $60,000 , 79% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $300/month.

Climate & Weather

Akita has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population307,672

Median Age53.0 yrs

Density407/mi²

Foreign Born0.4%

Economy

Median Income$25,100

Per Capita

Unemployment2.9%

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$60,000

Rent$300

Ownership

Housing Units123,069

Climate

Avg Temp52°F

Sunny Days220/yr

Rain63.7 in/yr

Elevation46 ft

Did You Know?

There are 376 restaurants in the area.