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Honchō, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Honchō is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 5,023. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
5,023 Population 18/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
40.5 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

Population5,023
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density18/mi²
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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population5,023
Population Density18 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates42.8109°, 143.6535°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation40.5 inches (1,029 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.2 inches (21 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Honchō a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Honchō 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. Honchō 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

Honchō has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Honchō has a population of 5,023 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,023
Total Population
18
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
281.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Honchō vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Honchō vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Honchō 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

Honchō has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.7°F
21% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area281.8 sq mi (729.9 km²)
Population Density18/sq mi
Coordinates42.8109°N, 143.6535°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

Population Density18/sq mi
Total Area281.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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