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Hashima, Japan

Gifu · 🇯🇵 Japan

Hashima is a mid-size city in Gifu, Japan with a population of 67,909. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
67,909 Population 3,277/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
74.2 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

Population67,909
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density3,277/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 Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain74.2 in/yr
Sunny Days201/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population67,909
Population Density3,277 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates35.3290°, 136.6805°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceGifu
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation74.2 inches (1,884 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Hashima a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hashima receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Hashima 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

Hashima enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 201 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hashima has a population of 67,909 with a density of 3,277 people per square mile, spread across 20.7 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

67,909
Total Population
3,277
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
20.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hashima vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hashima vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hashima 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: Hashima 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 Hashima, 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: Hashima 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

Hashima enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 201 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.2 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 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days201 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall74.2 inches
95% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area20.7 sq mi (53.7 km²)
Population Density3,277/sq mi
Coordinates35.3290°N, 136.6805°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 40°F (4°C)
2.4"
Feb 40°F (5°C)
3.3"
Mar 46°F (8°C)
5.1"
Apr 57°F (14°C)
7.3"
May 65°F (18°C)
7.4"
Jun 72°F (22°C)
10.7"
Jul 79°F (26°C)
10.6"
Aug 81°F (27°C)
6.7"
Sep 74°F (23°C)
9.6"
Oct 63°F (17°C)
5.4"
Nov 53°F (12°C)
3.7"
Dec 44°F (7°C)
2.1"

The warmest month is August at 81°F, while the coldest is January at 40°F — a seasonal swing of 42°F. June sees the most rain (10.7"), while December is the driest (2.1").

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 Density3,277/sq mi
Total Area20.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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