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Iwanai, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Iwanai is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 13,210. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
13,210 Population
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
55.6 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

Population13,210
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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population13,210
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates42.9744°, 140.5089°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation55.6 inches (1,413 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.1 inches (49 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Iwanai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Iwanai 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. Iwanai 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

Iwanai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Iwanai has a population of 13,210. 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

13,210
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Iwanai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Iwanai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Iwanai 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: Iwanai 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 Iwanai, 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: Iwanai 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

Iwanai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.6 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall19.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates42.9744°N, 140.5089°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 5.8 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 4.3 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 3.3 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 49°F (10°C) 3.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in
August 68°F (20°C) 6.0 in Warmest, Wettest
September 60°F (15°C) 6.0 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.1 in
November 37°F (3°C) 5.8 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 5.8 in

Iwanai has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 20°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.0") and April the driest (3.0").

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 Iwanai

What is the population of Iwanai?

Iwanai has a population of 13,210 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 Iwanai expensive to live in?

Iwanai 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 Iwanai?

Iwanai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.6 inches, with 19.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Iwanai?

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

How are the schools in Iwanai?

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

How healthy is Iwanai?

The obesity rate in Iwanai 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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