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

Population333,530

Median Age49.1 yrs

Density1,155/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 Temp43°F (6°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain41.3 in/yr

Sunny Days261/yr

Elevation397 ft (121 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.0%

Population	333,530
Population Density	1,155 / sq mi
Elevation	397 ft (121 m)
Coordinates	43.7706°, 142.3649°
Timezone	Asia/Tokyo
Country	🇯🇵 Japan
State / Province	Hokkaido
Average Temperature	43°F (6°C)
January Average	16°F (-9°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation	41.3 inches (1,048 mm)
Annual Snowfall	13.7 inches (35 cm)
Median Age	49.1 years

Is Asahikawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Asahikawa 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. Asahikawa 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

Asahikawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 13.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Asahikawa has a population of 333,530 with a density of 1,155 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

333,530

Total Population

1,155

People / sq mi

49.1yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

288.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Asahikawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Asahikawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Asahikawa is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Asahikawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	32% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.2%
	90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Asahikawa, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	5.5%
	83% below US avg
Diabetes	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.9%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	6.3%
Depression	14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.0%

Food & Exercise

Asahikawa has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	43.3°F
	20% below US avg
January Average	16°F (-9°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	41.3 inches
	9% above US avg
Snowfall	13.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	87.4%

Geography

Elevation	397 ft (121 m)
Area	288.7 sq mi (747.7 km²)
Population Density	1,155/sq mi
Coordinates	43.7706°N, 142.3649°W
Timezone	Asia/Tokyo

29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density	1,155/sq mi
Total Area	288.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Asahikawa, Japan

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Is Asahikawa a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Asahikawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Asahikawa vs U.S. Average

Income: Asahikawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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