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Ikaruga, Japan

Hyōgo · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ikaruga is a mid-size city in Hyōgo, Japan with a population of 33,477. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
33,477 Population
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
56.2 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

Population33,477
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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population33,477
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates34.8348°, 134.5780°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHyōgo
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation56.2 inches (1,428 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ikaruga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ikaruga 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. Ikaruga 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

Ikaruga enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ikaruga has a population of 33,477. 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

33,477
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ikaruga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ikaruga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ikaruga 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: Ikaruga 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 Ikaruga, 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: Ikaruga 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

Ikaruga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 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 56 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.2 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates34.8348°N, 134.5780°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in
April 54°F (12°C) 5.2 in
May 62°F (17°C) 5.6 in
June 70°F (21°C) 8.2 in
July 77°F (25°C) 7.0 in
August 79°F (26°C) 4.3 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 8.3 in Wettest
October 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in
November 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in
December 42°F (6°C) 1.8 in Driest

Ikaruga has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 38°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.3") and December the driest (1.8").

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 Ikaruga

What is the population of Ikaruga?

Ikaruga has a population of 33,477 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 Ikaruga expensive to live in?

Ikaruga 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 Ikaruga?

Ikaruga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Ikaruga?

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

How are the schools in Ikaruga?

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

How healthy is Ikaruga?

The obesity rate in Ikaruga 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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