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Hōshakuji, Japan

Tochigi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Hōshakuji is a small city in Tochigi, Japan with a population of 29,229. Elevation: 535 ft (163 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
29,229 Population
535 ft Elevation 163 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
51.9 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

Population29,229
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 Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain51.9 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation535 ft (163 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population29,229
Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Coordinates36.6333°, 139.9833°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceTochigi
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation51.9 inches (1,318 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Hōshakuji a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hōshakuji 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. Hōshakuji 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

Hōshakuji enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Hōshakuji has a population of 29,229. 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

29,229
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hōshakuji vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Hōshakuji vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hōshakuji 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: Hōshakuji 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 Hōshakuji, 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: Hōshakuji 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

Hōshakuji enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 535 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.9 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Coordinates36.6333°N, 139.9833°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
April 53°F (12°C) 4.3 in
May 62°F (17°C) 5.0 in
June 68°F (20°C) 6.5 in
July 74°F (24°C) 6.0 in
August 77°F (25°C) 6.2 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 7.2 in Wettest
October 60°F (15°C) 5.6 in
November 49°F (10°C) 2.8 in
December 40°F (4°C) 1.6 in

Hōshakuji has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 36°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.2") and January the driest (1.5").

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 Hōshakuji

What is the population of Hōshakuji?

Hōshakuji has a population of 29,229 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 Hōshakuji expensive to live in?

Hōshakuji 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 Hōshakuji?

Hōshakuji enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 242 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Hōshakuji?

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

How are the schools in Hōshakuji?

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

How healthy is Hōshakuji?

The obesity rate in Hōshakuji 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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