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Iwamizawa, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Iwamizawa is a mid-size city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 85,107. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
85,107 Population 458/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
46.2 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

Population85,107
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density458/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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain46.2 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population85,107
Population Density458 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates43.2003°, 141.7597°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation46.2 inches (1,174 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.9 inches (35 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Iwamizawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Iwamizawa 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. Iwamizawa 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

Iwamizawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches, including 13.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Iwamizawa has a population of 85,107 with a density of 458 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

85,107
Total Population
458
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
185.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Iwamizawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Iwamizawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Iwamizawa is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Iwamizawa 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 Iwamizawa, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Iwamizawa 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

Iwamizawa has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.2 inches. The area enjoys 252 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.2 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall13.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area185.7 sq mi (481.0 km²)
Population Density458/sq mi
Coordinates43.2003°N, 141.7597°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density458/sq mi
Total Area185.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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