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Ishigaki, Japan

Okinawa · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ishigaki is a mid-size city in Okinawa, Japan with a population of 47,637. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
47,637 Population
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
83.1 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

Population47,637
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 Temp74°F (23°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain83.1 in/yr
Sunny Days185/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population47,637
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates24.3448°, 124.1572°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkinawa
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation83.1 inches (2,110 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ishigaki a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ishigaki 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. Ishigaki 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

Ishigaki has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 185 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 83.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ishigaki has a population of 47,637. 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

47,637
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ishigaki vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ishigaki vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ishigaki 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: Ishigaki 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 Ishigaki, 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: Ishigaki 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

Ishigaki has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 185 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.1 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 59 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 83°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.0°F
37% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average83°F (29°C)
Sunny Days185 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.1 inches
119% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates24.3448°N, 124.1572°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 5.9 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 5.1 in Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in
April 72°F (22°C) 6.2 in
May 77°F (25°C) 8.4 in
June 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in
July 83°F (29°C) 6.1 in Warmest
August 83°F (28°C) 9.4 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 8.4 in
October 77°F (25°C) 8.2 in
November 72°F (22°C) 6.9 in
December 67°F (19°C) 5.9 in

Ishigaki has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 64°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 83.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.4") and February the driest (5.1").

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 Ishigaki

What is the population of Ishigaki?

Ishigaki has a population of 47,637 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 Ishigaki expensive to live in?

Ishigaki 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 Ishigaki?

Ishigaki has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Ishigaki?

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

How are the schools in Ishigaki?

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

How healthy is Ishigaki?

The obesity rate in Ishigaki 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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