Hikone, Japan

Full City Profile

4.2 /5.0

A Great

113,647 Population 1,495/sq mi density

312 ft Elevation 95 meters

57°F Avg Temperature 14°C

Overall

4.2 / 5.0

Strong

Economy

3.3 / 5.0

$33,800 median income, 2.3% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$88,000 home value, $440/mo rent

Hikone, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income

$33,800

55% below

Home Value

$88,000

69% below

Median Rent

$440/mo

62% below

Unemployment

2.3%

36% below

Avg Temperature

57°F

212 sunny days/yr

Is Hikone a Good Place to Live?

4.2 / 5.0 — Great

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Hikone residents earn a median household income of $33,800 , which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 309 business establishments, including 155 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Hikone is $88,000 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $440/month.

Climate & Weather

Hikone has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population113,647

Median Age46.2 yrs

Density1,495/mi²

Foreign Born2.3%

Economy

Median Income$33,800

Per Capita

Unemployment2.3%

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$88,000

Rent$440

Ownership

Housing Units45,459

Climate

Avg Temp57°F

Sunny Days212/yr

Rain68.2 in/yr

Elevation312 ft

Did You Know?

Hikone was founded in 1937.

There are 155 restaurants in the area.