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Hitoto, Japan

Ishikawa · 🇯🇵 Japan

Hitoto is a small city in Ishikawa, Japan with a population of 16,540. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
16,540 Population
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
83.2 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

Population16,540
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain83.2 in/yr
Sunny Days185/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population16,540
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates36.9858°, 136.9033°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceIshikawa
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation83.2 inches (2,113 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.3 inches (36 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Hitoto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hitoto 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. Hitoto 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

Hitoto experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 185 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 83.2 inches, including 14.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hitoto has a population of 16,540. 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

16,540
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hitoto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hitoto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hitoto 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: Hitoto 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 Hitoto, 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: Hitoto 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

Hitoto experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 185 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.3 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 98 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days185 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.2 inches
119% above US avg
Snowfall14.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates36.9858°N, 136.9033°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 8.4 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 5.9 in
March 41°F (5°C) 5.1 in
April 51°F (11°C) 4.9 in Driest
May 60°F (15°C) 5.1 in
June 67°F (20°C) 7.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 8.2 in
August 77°F (25°C) 6.3 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 9.3 in Wettest
October 59°F (15°C) 6.3 in
November 49°F (10°C) 7.9 in
December 41°F (5°C) 8.7 in

Hitoto has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 35°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 83.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.3") and April the driest (4.9").

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 Hitoto

What is the population of Hitoto?

Hitoto has a population of 16,540 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 Hitoto expensive to live in?

Hitoto 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 Hitoto?

Hitoto has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.2 inches, with 14.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Hitoto?

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

How are the schools in Hitoto?

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

How healthy is Hitoto?

The obesity rate in Hitoto 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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