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Ibara, Japan

Okayama · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ibara is a mid-size city in Okayama, Japan with a population of 41,460. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
41,460 Population 441/sq mi density
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
54.4 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

Population41,460
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density441/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 Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain54.4 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population41,460
Population Density441 / sq mi
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates34.6000°, 133.4667°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkayama
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation54.4 inches (1,381 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ibara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ibara 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. Ibara 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

Ibara enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 237 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ibara has a population of 41,460 with a density of 441 people per square mile, spread across 94.0 square miles. 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

41,460
Total Population
441
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
94.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ibara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ibara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ibara 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: Ibara 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 Ibara, 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: Ibara 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

Ibara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.4 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 144 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.4 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area94.0 sq mi (243.5 km²)
Population Density441/sq mi
Coordinates34.6000°N, 133.4667°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in
April 55°F (13°C) 5.1 in
May 64°F (18°C) 5.4 in
June 71°F (22°C) 8.7 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 8.0 in
August 81°F (27°C) 4.5 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 7.4 in
October 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
December 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in Driest

Ibara has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 39°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.7") and December the driest (1.4").

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

Population Density441/sq mi
Total Area94.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ibara

What is the population of Ibara?

Ibara has a population of 41,460 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 441 people per square mile, spread across 94.0 square miles. 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 Ibara expensive to live in?

Ibara 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 Ibara?

Ibara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Ibara?

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

How are the schools in Ibara?

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

How healthy is Ibara?

The obesity rate in Ibara 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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