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

Population8,314

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)

Rain41.4 in/yr

Sunny Days261/yr

Elevation725 ft (221 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.0%

Population	8,314
Elevation	725 ft (221 m)
Coordinates	43.6990°, 142.5103°
Timezone	Asia/Tokyo
Country	🇯🇵 Japan
State / Province	Hokkaido
Average Temperature	41°F (5°C)
January Average	16°F (-9°C)
July Average	65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation	41.4 inches (1,052 mm)
Annual Snowfall	13.4 inches (34 cm)
Median Age	49.1 years

Is Higashikawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Higashikawa 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. Higashikawa 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

Higashikawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches, including 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Higashikawa has a population of 8,314. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,314

Total Population

49.1yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Higashikawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Higashikawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Higashikawa is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Higashikawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	32% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.2%
	90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Higashikawa, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Higashikawa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	5.5%
	83% below US avg
Diabetes	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.9%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	6.3%
Depression	14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.0%

Food & Exercise

Higashikawa has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.4 inches. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	41.3°F
	24% below US avg
January Average	16°F (-9°C)
July Average	65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	41.4 inches
	9% above US avg
Snowfall	13.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	87.4%

Geography

Elevation	725 ft (221 m)
Coordinates	43.6990°N, 142.5103°W
Timezone	Asia/Tokyo

29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

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 Access	87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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Is Higashikawa a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Higashikawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Higashikawa vs U.S. Average

Income: Higashikawa vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Higashikawa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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