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Hōfu, Japan

Full City Profile

4.1 /5.0
A Great
116,925 Population 1,599/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Strong
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$29,400 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

Hōfu, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income
$29,400
61% below
Home Value
$68,000
76% below
Median Rent
$340/mo
71% below
Unemployment
2.3%
36% below
Avg Temperature
59°F
204 sunny days/yr

Is Hōfu 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

Hōfu residents earn a median household income of $29,400 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 58 business establishments, including 18 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Hōfu is $68,000 , 76% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $340/month.

Climate & Weather

Hōfu has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 72.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population116,925
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density1,599/mi²
Foreign Born1.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$29,400
Per Capita
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Ownership
Housing Units46,770

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
Sunny Days204/yr
Rain72.7 in/yr
Elevation13 ft

Did You Know?

Hōfu was founded in 1936.