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Ashiya, Japan

Hyōgo · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ashiya is a mid-size city in Hyōgo, Japan with a population of 93,922. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
93,922 Population 13,173/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
65.7 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

Population93,922
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density13,173/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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain65.7 in/yr
Sunny Days285/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population93,922
Population Density13,173 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates34.7281°, 135.3026°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHyōgo
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation65.7 inches (1,670 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ashiya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ashiya 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. Ashiya 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

Ashiya enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 65.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ashiya has a population of 93,922 with a density of 13,173 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 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

93,922
Total Population
13,173
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ashiya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ashiya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ashiya 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: Ashiya 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 Ashiya, 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: Ashiya 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

Ashiya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 285 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 65.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.5 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 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.7 inches
73% above US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.5 km²)
Population Density13,173/sq mi
Coordinates34.7281°N, 135.3026°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in
February 38°F (4°C) 2.5 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 4.0 in
April 54°F (12°C) 5.5 in
May 63°F (17°C) 5.9 in
June 70°F (21°C) 8.9 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 4.7 in
September 72°F (22°C) 7.7 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.5 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
December 42°F (6°C) 1.6 in Driest

Ashiya has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 38°F in February to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.9") and December the driest (1.6").

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 Density13,173/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ashiya

What is the population of Ashiya?

Ashiya has a population of 93,922 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 13,173 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 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 Ashiya expensive to live in?

Ashiya 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 Ashiya?

Ashiya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 65.7 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Ashiya?

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

How are the schools in Ashiya?

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

How healthy is Ashiya?

The obesity rate in Ashiya 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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