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Hokuto, Japan

Yamanashi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Hokuto is a mid-size city in Yamanashi, Japan with a population of 46,888. Elevation: 2,346 ft (715 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
46,888 Population
2,346 ft Elevation 715 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
61.4 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

Population46,888
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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain61.4 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation2,346 ft (715 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population46,888
Elevation2,346 ft (715 m)
Coordinates35.8346°, 138.3961°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamanashi
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation61.4 inches (1,560 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Hokuto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hokuto 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. Hokuto 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

Hokuto experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.4 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hokuto has a population of 46,888. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

46,888
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hokuto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hokuto vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Hokuto 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

Hokuto has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.4 inches. The area enjoys 225 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.4°F
14% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.4 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation2,346 ft (715 m)
Coordinates35.8346°N, 138.3961°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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