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Esashi, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Esashi is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 8,578. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
8,578 Population
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
41.9 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

Population8,578
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 Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population8,578
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates44.9353°, 142.5847°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation41.9 inches (1,064 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.0 inches (38 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Esashi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Esashi 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. Esashi 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

Esashi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches, including 15.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Esashi has a population of 8,578. 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

8,578
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Esashi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Esashi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Esashi 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: Esashi 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 Esashi, 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: Esashi 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

Esashi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. The area receives 15.0 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 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.9 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall15.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates44.9353°N, 142.5847°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
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

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