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Hirado, Japan

Nagasaki · 🇯🇵 Japan

Hirado is a mid-size city in Nagasaki, Japan with a population of 31,192. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
31,192 Population 344/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
77.6 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

Population31,192
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density344/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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain77.6 in/yr
Sunny Days195/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population31,192
Population Density344 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates33.3685°, 129.5525°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNagasaki
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation77.6 inches (1,972 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Hirado a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hirado 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. Hirado 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

Hirado enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 195 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 77.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hirado has a population of 31,192 with a density of 344 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

31,192
Total Population
344
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
90.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hirado vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hirado vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hirado 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: Hirado 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 Hirado, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Hirado 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

Hirado has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 77.6 inches. The area enjoys 195 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days195 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall77.6 inches
104% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area90.8 sq mi (235.1 km²)
Population Density344/sq mi
Coordinates33.3685°N, 129.5525°W
TimezoneAsia/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

Population Density344/sq mi
Total Area90.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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