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Himeji, Japan

Full City Profile

4.1 /5.0
A Great
530,495 Population 2,571/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Strong
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$33,400 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,000 home value, $470/mo rent

Himeji, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income
$33,400
56% below
Home Value
$94,000
67% below
Median Rent
$470/mo
60% below
Unemployment
2.7%
25% below
Avg Temperature
59°F
240 sunny days/yr

Is Himeji a Good Place to Live?

A
4.1 / 5.0 — Great
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Himeji residents earn a median household income of $33,400 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 364 business establishments, including 162 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Himeji is $94,000 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $470/month.

Climate & Weather

Himeji has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population530,495
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density2,571/mi²
Foreign Born2.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$33,400
Per Capita
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,000
Rent$470
Ownership
Housing Units212,198

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
Sunny Days240/yr
Rain52.9 in/yr
Elevation26 ft

Did You Know?

Himeji was founded in 1946.
There are 162 restaurants in the area.