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Hiroo, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Hiroo is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 7,182. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
7,182 Population
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
44.8 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

Population7,182
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 Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population7,182
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates42.2823°, 143.2977°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation44.8 inches (1,138 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.0 inches (23 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Hiroo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hiroo 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. Hiroo 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

Hiroo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches, including 9.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hiroo has a population of 7,182. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. 27.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 86.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,182
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hiroo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hiroo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hiroo is N/A. Per capita income is $33,836 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 65.1, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Hiroo 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 Hiroo, 5.5% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 6.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 31.4% have high blood pressure. 14.9% are current smokers. 6.3% report binge drinking. 14.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Hiroo 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

Hiroo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. The area receives 9.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall9.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates42.2823°N, 143.2977°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 19°F (-8°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 2.9 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.8 in
August 65°F (19°C) 4.9 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 6.7 in Wettest
October 48°F (9°C) 4.9 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 2.4 in

Hiroo has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 17°F in January to 65°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.7") and February the driest (1.6").

29.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 13% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 87.0% of households have broadband internet access.

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 Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Hiroo

What is the population of Hiroo?

Hiroo has a population of 7,182 residents and is located in Japan.. The median age of residents is 49.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Hiroo expensive to live in?

Hiroo is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65.1 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Hiroo?

Hiroo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.8 inches, with 9.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Hiroo?

The job market in Hiroo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Hiroo?

29.2% of adults in Hiroo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Hiroo?

The obesity rate in Hiroo is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

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