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Dōgenzaka, Japan

Tokyo · 🇯🇵 Japan

Dōgenzaka is a small town in Tokyo, Japan with a population of 561. Elevation: 180 ft (55 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
561 Population
180 ft Elevation 55 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
59.7 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

Population561
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain59.7 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation180 ft (55 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population561
Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Coordinates35.6575°, 139.6982°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceTokyo
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation59.7 inches (1,517 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.5 inches (6 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Dōgenzaka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dōgenzaka 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. Dōgenzaka 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

Dōgenzaka enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dōgenzaka has a population of 561. 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

561
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dōgenzaka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dōgenzaka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dōgenzaka 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: Dōgenzaka 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 Dōgenzaka, 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: Dōgenzaka 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

Dōgenzaka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 288 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 59.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.5 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 180 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.7 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall2.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Coordinates35.6575°N, 139.6982°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.5 in
April 58°F (14°C) 5.1 in
May 65°F (19°C) 5.4 in
June 71°F (22°C) 7.2 in
July 81°F (27°C) 6.1 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 6.2 in
September 74°F (23°C) 8.1 in Wettest
October 64°F (18°C) 7.1 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
December 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in Driest

Dōgenzaka has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 40°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.1") and December the driest (1.7").

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 Dōgenzaka

What is the population of Dōgenzaka?

Dōgenzaka has a population of 561 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 Dōgenzaka expensive to live in?

Dōgenzaka 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 Dōgenzaka?

Dōgenzaka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.7 inches, with 2.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Dōgenzaka?

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

How are the schools in Dōgenzaka?

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

How healthy is Dōgenzaka?

The obesity rate in Dōgenzaka 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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