Iwaki, Japan

Full City Profile

4.1 /5.0

A Great

357,309 Population 361/sq mi density

30 ft Elevation 9 meters

55°F Avg Temperature 13°C

Overall

4.1 / 5.0

Strong

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$28,300 median income, 2.7% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

Iwaki, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income

$28,300

62% below

Home Value

$68,000

76% below

Median Rent

$340/mo

71% below

Unemployment

2.7%

25% below

Avg Temperature

55°F

243 sunny days/yr

Is Iwaki a Good Place to Live?

4.1 / 5.0 — Great

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Iwaki residents earn a median household income of $28,300 , which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 90 business establishments, including 32 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Iwaki is $68,000 , 76% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $340/month.

Climate & Weather

Iwaki has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.3 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population357,309

Median Age50.2 yrs

Density361/mi²

Foreign Born0.7%

Economy

Median Income$28,300

Per Capita

Unemployment2.7%

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$68,000

Rent$340

Ownership

Housing Units142,924

Climate

Avg Temp55°F

Sunny Days243/yr

Rain51.3 in/yr

Elevation30 ft