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Aomori, Japan

Aomori · 🇯🇵 Japan

Aomori is a large city in Aomori, Japan with a population of 298,394. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
298,394 Population 937/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
51.2 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

Population298,394
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density937/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 Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population298,394
Population Density937 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates40.8167°, 140.7333°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceAomori
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation51.2 inches (1,301 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.2 inches (41 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Aomori a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aomori 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. Aomori 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

Aomori experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Aomori has a population of 298,394 with a density of 937 people per square mile, spread across 318.4 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

298,394
Total Population
937
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
318.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Aomori vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Aomori vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aomori 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: Aomori 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 Aomori, 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: Aomori 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

Aomori experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.2 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 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area318.4 sq mi (824.6 km²)
Population Density937/sq mi
Coordinates40.8167°N, 140.7333°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 28°F (-2°C) 3.7 in
March 34°F (1°C) 3.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
June 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
July 69°F (21°C) 4.6 in
August 72°F (22°C) 5.7 in Warmest
September 65°F (18°C) 5.9 in Wettest
October 54°F (12°C) 4.6 in
November 42°F (6°C) 4.7 in
December 32°F (0°C) 4.7 in

Aomori has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 27°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.9") and April the driest (3.0").

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 Density937/sq mi
Total Area318.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Aomori

What is the population of Aomori?

Aomori has a population of 298,394 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 937 people per square mile, spread across 318.4 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 Aomori expensive to live in?

Aomori 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 Aomori?

Aomori has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 243 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.2 inches, with 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Aomori?

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

How are the schools in Aomori?

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

How healthy is Aomori?

The obesity rate in Aomori 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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