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Asakuchi, Japan

Okayama · 🇯🇵 Japan

Asakuchi is a mid-size city in Okayama, Japan with a population of 32,772. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
32,772 Population
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
55.0 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

Population32,772
Median Age49.1 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population32,772
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates34.5348°, 133.6030°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkayama
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation55.0 inches (1,397 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Asakuchi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Asakuchi 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. Asakuchi 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

Asakuchi enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Asakuchi has a population of 32,772. 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

32,772
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Asakuchi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Asakuchi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Asakuchi 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: Asakuchi 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 Asakuchi, 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: Asakuchi 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

Asakuchi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 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 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates34.5348°N, 133.6030°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in
April 55°F (13°C) 5.2 in
May 64°F (18°C) 5.5 in
June 71°F (22°C) 8.8 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 4.5 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 7.8 in
October 62°F (17°C) 4.2 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
December 43°F (6°C) 1.3 in Driest

Asakuchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 39°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.8") and December the driest (1.3").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Asakuchi

What is the population of Asakuchi?

Asakuchi has a population of 32,772 residents and is located in Japan.. 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 Asakuchi expensive to live in?

Asakuchi 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 Asakuchi?

Asakuchi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Asakuchi?

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

How are the schools in Asakuchi?

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

How healthy is Asakuchi?

The obesity rate in Asakuchi 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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