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Iizuka, Japan

Fukuoka · 🇯🇵 Japan

Iizuka is a large city in Fukuoka, Japan with a population of 126,364. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
126,364 Population 1,530/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
70.5 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

Population126,364
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density1,530/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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain70.5 in/yr
Sunny Days208/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population126,364
Population Density1,530 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates33.6365°, 130.6868°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukuoka
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation70.5 inches (1,791 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Iizuka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Iizuka 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. Iizuka 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

Iizuka enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Iizuka has a population of 126,364 with a density of 1,530 people per square mile, spread across 82.6 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

126,364
Total Population
1,530
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
82.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Iizuka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Iizuka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Iizuka 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: Iizuka 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 Iizuka, 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: Iizuka 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

Iizuka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.5 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 69 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days208 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.5 inches
86% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area82.6 sq mi (214.0 km²)
Population Density1,530/sq mi
Coordinates33.6365°N, 130.6868°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in
March 47°F (8°C) 4.5 in
April 56°F (13°C) 5.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 6.5 in
June 71°F (22°C) 11.9 in
July 78°F (26°C) 12.4 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 6.5 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 7.5 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.8 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
December 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in Driest

Iizuka has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 40°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 70.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.4") and December the driest (2.3").

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 Density1,530/sq mi
Total Area82.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Iizuka

What is the population of Iizuka?

Iizuka has a population of 126,364 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 1,530 people per square mile, spread across 82.6 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 Iizuka expensive to live in?

Iizuka 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 Iizuka?

Iizuka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 208 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Iizuka?

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

How are the schools in Iizuka?

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

How healthy is Iizuka?

The obesity rate in Iizuka 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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