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

Population11,914

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 Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain67.8 in/yr

Sunny Days213/yr

Elevation-7 ft (-2 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.0%

Population	11,914
Elevation	-7 ft (-2 m)
Coordinates	33.9383°, 132.0717°
Timezone	Asia/Tokyo
Country	🇯🇵 Japan
State / Province	Yamaguchi
Average Temperature	59°F (15°C)
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation	67.8 inches (1,722 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	49.1 years

Is Hirao a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hirao 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. Hirao 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

Hirao enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hirao has a population of 11,914. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

11,914

Total Population

49.1yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hirao vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Hirao vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Hirao 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

Hirao has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.8 inches. The area enjoys 213 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.3°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	213 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	67.8 inches
	78% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	87.4%

Geography

Elevation	-7 ft (-2 m)
Coordinates	33.9383°N, 132.0717°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

Hirao, Japan

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Is Hirao a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Hirao vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Hirao vs U.S. Average

Income: Hirao vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Hirao 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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