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Ishinomaki, Japan

Miyagi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ishinomaki is a large city in Miyagi, Japan with a population of 140,151. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
140,151 Population 655/sq mi density
7 ft Elevation 2 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
43.7 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

Population140,151
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density655/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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population140,151
Population Density655 / sq mi
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates38.4167°, 141.3000°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceMiyagi
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation43.7 inches (1,110 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ishinomaki a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ishinomaki 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. Ishinomaki 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

Ishinomaki experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ishinomaki has a population of 140,151 with a density of 655 people per square mile, spread across 214.1 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

140,151
Total Population
655
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
214.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ishinomaki vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ishinomaki vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ishinomaki 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: Ishinomaki 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 Ishinomaki, 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: Ishinomaki 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

Ishinomaki experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. 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 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area214.1 sq mi (554.5 km²)
Population Density655/sq mi
Coordinates38.4167°N, 141.3000°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 1.9 in
March 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in
April 49°F (10°C) 3.7 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 4.8 in
July 71°F (22°C) 5.3 in
August 75°F (24°C) 5.0 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 6.2 in Wettest
October 58°F (14°C) 4.5 in
November 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
December 38°F (3°C) 1.5 in Driest

Ishinomaki has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 33°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.2") and December 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

Population Density655/sq mi
Total Area214.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ishinomaki

What is the population of Ishinomaki?

Ishinomaki has a population of 140,151 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 655 people per square mile, spread across 214.1 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 Ishinomaki expensive to live in?

Ishinomaki 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 Ishinomaki?

Ishinomaki has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Ishinomaki?

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

How are the schools in Ishinomaki?

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

How healthy is Ishinomaki?

The obesity rate in Ishinomaki 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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