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Akkeshi, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Akkeshi is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 8,922. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
8,922 Population 31/sq mi density
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
42.2 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

Population8,922
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density31/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)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population8,922
Population Density31 / sq mi
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates43.0356°, 144.8525°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation42.2 inches (1,071 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.2 inches (21 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Akkeshi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Akkeshi 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. Akkeshi 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

Akkeshi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Akkeshi has a population of 8,922 with a density of 31 people per square mile, spread across 285.4 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

8,922
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
285.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Akkeshi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Akkeshi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Akkeshi 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: Akkeshi 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 Akkeshi, 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: Akkeshi 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

Akkeshi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches. The area receives 8.2 inches of snow annually. 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 187 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area285.4 sq mi (739.3 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates43.0356°N, 144.8525°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 2.1 in
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.6 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.2 in
May 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
July 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
August 65°F (19°C) 4.8 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 6.4 in Wettest
October 52°F (11°C) 4.7 in
November 40°F (5°C) 3.2 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 2.0 in

Akkeshi has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F — from 23°F in February to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.4") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Density31/sq mi
Total Area285.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Akkeshi

What is the population of Akkeshi?

Akkeshi has a population of 8,922 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 285.4 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 Akkeshi expensive to live in?

Akkeshi 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 Akkeshi?

Akkeshi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Akkeshi?

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

How are the schools in Akkeshi?

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

How healthy is Akkeshi?

The obesity rate in Akkeshi 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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