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Higashichichibu, Japan

Saitama · 🇯🇵 Japan

Higashichichibu is a small town in Saitama, Japan with a population of 2,709. Elevation: 646 ft (197 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,709 Population
646 ft Elevation 197 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
49.7 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

Population2,709
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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation646 ft (197 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population2,709
Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Coordinates36.0582°, 139.1946°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceSaitama
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation49.7 inches (1,262 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Higashichichibu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Higashichichibu 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. Higashichichibu 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

Higashichichibu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Higashichichibu has a population of 2,709. 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

2,709
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Higashichichibu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Higashichichibu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Higashichichibu 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: Higashichichibu 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 Higashichichibu, 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: Higashichichibu 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

Higashichichibu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 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 646 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Coordinates36.0582°N, 139.1946°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
June 69°F (21°C) 6.5 in
July 76°F (24°C) 5.8 in
August 78°F (26°C) 7.1 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 7.6 in Wettest
October 61°F (16°C) 5.3 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
December 42°F (5°C) 1.3 in Driest

Higashichichibu has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 38°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.6") and December the driest (1.3").

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 Higashichichibu

What is the population of Higashichichibu?

Higashichichibu has a population of 2,709 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 Higashichichibu expensive to live in?

Higashichichibu 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 Higashichichibu?

Higashichichibu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Higashichichibu?

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

How are the schools in Higashichichibu?

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

How healthy is Higashichichibu?

The obesity rate in Higashichichibu 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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