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Dorosaki, Japan

Nagano · 🇯🇵 Japan

Dorosaki is a small town in Nagano, Japan with a population of 2,647. Elevation: 1,877 ft (572 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,647 Population
1,877 ft Elevation 572 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
57.9 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

Population2,647
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 Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain57.9 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation1,877 ft (572 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population2,647
Elevation1,877 ft (572 m)
Coordinates36.7696°, 137.9036°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNagano
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation57.9 inches (1,471 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.7 inches (32 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Dorosaki a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dorosaki 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. Dorosaki 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

Dorosaki experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches, including 12.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dorosaki has a population of 2,647. 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

2,647
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Dorosaki vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dorosaki vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dorosaki 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: Dorosaki 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 Dorosaki, 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: Dorosaki 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

Dorosaki experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 12.7 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 1,877 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.9 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall12.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation1,877 ft (572 m)
Coordinates36.7696°N, 137.9036°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 24°F (-4°C) 3.0 in Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 3.6 in
April 44°F (6°C) 4.1 in
May 54°F (12°C) 4.5 in
June 61°F (16°C) 6.8 in
July 68°F (20°C) 7.5 in
August 71°F (21°C) 6.2 in Warmest
September 62°F (17°C) 7.8 in Wettest
October 51°F (10°C) 4.8 in
November 40°F (5°C) 3.6 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 3.0 in

Dorosaki has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 24°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 57.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.8") and February 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Dorosaki

What is the population of Dorosaki?

Dorosaki has a population of 2,647 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 Dorosaki expensive to live in?

Dorosaki 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 Dorosaki?

Dorosaki has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.9 inches, with 12.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Dorosaki?

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

How are the schools in Dorosaki?

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

How healthy is Dorosaki?

The obesity rate in Dorosaki 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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