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Iwata, Japan

Shizuoka · Japan

Iwata is a large city in Shizuoka, Japan with a population of 166,672. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
166,672 Population 2,631/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
83.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$33,100 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$33,100 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,000 home value, $420/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population166,672
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density2,631/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$33,100
Unemployment2.2%

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,000
Rent$420
Housing Units66,669

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain83.9 in/yr
Sunny Days184/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population166,672
Population Density2,631 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates34.7000°, 137.8500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceShizuoka
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation83.9 inches (2,132 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,100
Median Age49.0 years

About Iwata

Iwata is a large city in Japan (Shizuoka) with a population of 166,672. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Iwata has a population of 166,672 with a density of 2,631 people per square mile, spread across 63.4 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

166,672
Total Population
2,631
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above Japan avg
63.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Iwata vs Japan Average

The median household income in Iwata is $33,100, which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 28 business establishments, including 7 restaurants.

Income: Iwata vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,100
56% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)28

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare6
Retail7

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Iwata is $84,000, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $420 (64% below the national average of $1,163). There are 66,669 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,000
70% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$420
64% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units66,669

Property Tax

Climate in Iwata

Iwata has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1884 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / 10° 48.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / 10.4° 84.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / 13.5° 174.6
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / 19.2° 158.4
May 0°C / 32°F - / 22.7° 181.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / 25.4° 264.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / 28.7° 186.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / 30.5° 193.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / 27.9° 228.5
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / 22.9° 175.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / 17.3° 136.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / 12.4° 51.2
Iwata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 184 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above Japan avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days184 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area63.4 sq mi (164.1 km²)
Population Density2,631/sq mi
Coordinates34.7000°N, 137.8500°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.9"
121% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.38"
Driest Month (Dec) 3.03"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,140 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.7 on Aug 21, 2025.

Feb 20, 1990 28 km E of Shimoda, Japan M6.4 128 km
Sep 3, 1991 115 km S of Shimoda, Japan M6.4 145 km
Aug 10, 2009 8 km NE of Sagara, Japan M6.2 38 km
Jul 15, 2000 near the south coast of Honshu, Japan M6.1 136 km
Jul 1, 2000 53 km SSE of Shimoda, Japan M6.1 129 km
Jul 7, 1995 62 km SSE of Toba, Japan M6.0 105 km
Mar 15, 2011 6 km NNW of Fujinomiya, Japan M6.0 92 km
May 4, 2014 31 km ESE of It?, Japan M6.0 145 km
Oct 6, 1995 68 km S of Shimoda, Japan M5.9 133 km
Jan 15, 2007 15 km WSW of Heda, Japan M5.9 75 km
Aug 1, 2011 20 km E of ?yama, Japan M5.9 54 km
Jul 8, 2000 71 km SSE of Shimoda, Japan M5.9 137 km
May 23, 1997 38 km SSE of Tahara, Japan M5.8 50 km
Feb 28, 1998 127 km S of ?yama, Japan M5.7 140 km
Jul 2, 2000 71 km SSE of Shimoda, Japan M5.7 144 km
Aug 18, 2000 64 km SSE of Shimoda, Japan M5.7 138 km
Nov 18, 2013 25 km SE of Toba, Japan M5.6 84 km
Mar 16, 1997 5 km NE of Toyokawa, Japan M5.6 41 km
Oct 18, 1996 102 km SSE of Toba, Japan M5.6 120 km
Mar 6, 1996 13 km NNE of Gotenba, Japan M5.6 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

52 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Halong (2025).

Year Name Category Closest
2025 Halong Category 4 284 km
2025 Nakri Category 1 265 km
2024 Ampil Category 3 289 km
2023 Lan Category 2 227 km
2019 Faxai Category 4 125 km
2019 Hagibis Category 2 79 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 223 km
2018 Trami Category 1 238 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 288 km
2018 Shanshan Category 1 297 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 69 km
2017 Lan Category 2 157 km
2017 Noru Category 1 264 km
2016 Mindulle Category 1 158 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 18 km
2013 Wipha Category 1 229 km
2011 Roke Category 3 23 km
2010 Chaba Category 1 225 km
2009 Melor Category 1 139 km
2009 Krovanh Category 1 231 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 21.0 m (69 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1854 ENSHUNADA SEA Earthquake 21.0 m 1,000 78 km
1707 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 11.0 m 2,000 67 km
1944 OFF SOUTHEAST COAST KII PENINSULA Earthquake 10.0 m 1,223 104 km
1498 ENSHUNADA SEA Earthquake 10.0 m 5,000 81 km
1096 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 7.0 m - 84 km
1855 ENSHUNADA Earthquake 3.0 m - 32 km
1408 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 133 km
922 KUMANONADA Earthquake 2.0 m - 146 km
1945 TOKAIDO Earthquake 1.0 m 2,306 59 km
2009 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 0.6 m 1 38 km
1980 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m - 122 km
1978 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.4 m 25 129 km
1974 TOKAIDO Earthquake 0.2 m 30 79 km
1990 JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m - 128 km
2000 KOZU-SHIMA ISLAND, HONSHU Earthquake 0.1 m 1 129 km
2000 HONSHU: S COAST Earthquake 0.1 m - 136 km
1857 TOKAIDO Earthquake - - 43 km
1708 TOKAIDO Earthquake - - 110 km
1666 AICHI PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 102 km
1633 SAGAMI BAY Earthquake - 150 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Fujisan (109 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Fujisan Stratovolcano 3,776 m (12,388 ft) 1708 109 km
Izu-Tobu Pyroclastic cone(s) 1,406 m (4,613 ft) 1989 116 km
Hakoneyama Complex 1,438 m (4,718 ft) 2015 122 km
Kozushima Lava dome(s) 572 m (1,877 ft) 838 131 km
Toshima Stratovolcano 508 m (1,667 ft) -4550 132 km
Niijima Lava dome(s) 432 m (1,417 ft) 886 134 km
Ontakesan Complex 3,067 m (10,062 ft) 2014 137 km
Izu-Oshima Stratovolcano 758 m (2,487 ft) 1990 141 km
Norikuradake Stratovolcano(es) 3,026 m (9,928 ft) -50 159 km
Yokodake Stratovolcano(es) 2,480 m (8,136 ft) 1200 160 km
Miyakejima Stratovolcano 775 m (2,543 ft) 2010 168 km
Yakedake Stratovolcano(es) 2,455 m (8,054 ft) 1995 172 km
Mikurajima Stratovolcano 851 m (2,792 ft) -4100 185 km
Hakusan Stratovolcano 2,702 m (8,865 ft) 1659 189 km
Washiba-Kumonotaira Shield(s) 2,924 m (9,593 ft) Unknown 191 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
March 49°F (9°C) 6.6 in
April 58°F (14°C) 8.0 in
May 65°F (18°C) 8.4 in
June 71°F (22°C) 11.4 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 8.9 in
August 80°F (27°C) 8.4 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 9.3 in
October 65°F (18°C) 7.9 in
November 56°F (13°C) 5.0 in
December 46°F (8°C) 3.0 in Driest

Iwata has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 83.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.4") and December the driest (3.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Iwata

Institution Type Founded Website
静岡県立農業大学校茶業分校 College - ,

Schools in Iwata

31 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立豊浜小学校 - - - -
磐田市立神明中学校 - - - -
私立磐田東高等学校 - - - -
私立磐田東中学校 - - - -
県立磐田農業高等学校 - - - -
県立磐田西高等学校 - - - -
県立磐田南高等学校 - - - -
県立磐田北高等学校 - - - -
浜松養護学校磐田分校 - - - -
市立青城小学校 - - - -
市立長野小学校 - - - -
磐田市立豊田東小学校 - - - -
磐田市立豊田南小学校 - - - -
磐田市立豊田南中学校 - - - -
磐田市立豊田北部小学校 - - - -
市立豊田中学校 - - - -
市立南部中学校 - - - -
磐田市立竜洋西小学校 - - - -
市立竜洋東小学校 - - - -
市立竜洋北小学校 - - - -
市立竜洋中学校 - - - -
市立福田小学校 - - - -
市立福田中学校 - - - -
市立磐田西小学校 - - - -
市立磐田第一中学校 - - - -
市立磐田南小学校 - - - -
市立磐田北小学校 - - - -
市立磐田中部小学校 - - - -
市立東部小学校 - - - -
市立富士見小学校 - - - -
市立城山中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Iwata

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Iwata

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Hamamatsu City History Museum
Hamamatsu City History Museum
Hamamatsu Museum of Musical Instruments
Hamamatsu Museum of Musical Instruments
Hamamatsu Reconstruction Memorial Museum
Hamamatsu Reconstruction Memorial Museum
Hamanako Orgel Museum
Hirano Museum
Hirano Museum
Kakegawa stained glass museum
Kamono Mabuchi Memorial Hall
Kamono Mabuchi Memorial Hall
Maisaka-Shuku Honjin
Ninomaru Art Museum
Saigagake Museum
Saigagake Museum
Suzuki Plaza
Suzuki Plaza
THE HAMAMATSU FESTIVAL PAVILION
THE HAMAMATSU FESTIVAL PAVILION
イノベーションロード
イノベーションロード
からくり人形館
こんちゅう館
シルクロードミュージアム
とうもんの里
ねむの木こども美術館 ねむの木緑の中
ねむの木こども美術館どんぐり
ヤマハ発動機 コミュニケーションプラザ
万葉資料館
合掌づくりの家
合掌づくりの家
吉岡彌生記念館
吉行淳之介文学館
展示室
展示室
常葉美術館
日本水泳の歴史資料室
日本水泳の歴史資料室
木下惠介記念館
木下惠介記念館
森町立歴史民俗資料館
気賀関所
浜松城
浜松城
浜松市地域遺産センター
浜松市天文台
浜松市天文台
浜松市姫街道と銅鐸の歴史民俗資料館
浜松市秋野不矩美術館
浜松市立内山真龍資料館
浜松市舞阪郷土資料館
浜松科学館
浜松科学館
浮世絵美術館　夢灯
磐田市旧見付学校
磐田市香りの博物館
磐田市香りの博物館
磐田市香りの博物館
磐田市香りの博物館
腕用ポンプ展示場
腕用ポンプ展示場
航空自衛隊 浜松広報館
航空自衛隊 浜松広報館
菊川市黒田家代官屋敷資料館
蓮華寺文化財記念館
袋井市立浅羽郷土資料館
資生堂アートハウス
資生堂アートハウス
資生堂企業資料館
資生堂企業資料館
金原明善記念館
金原明善記念館

Libraries in Iwata

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Central Library0.0
Hamamatsu city Chuo library0.0
Hamamatsu city Chuo library0.0
Hamamatsu Hamayu Library0.0
Hamamatsu Kashin Library0.0
Inasa Library0.0
Maisaka Library0.0
S-port・事務棟0.0
Yuto Library0.0
えほん文庫0.0
大東図書館0.0
大須賀図書館0.0
森町立図書館0.0
流通元町図書館0.0
流通元町図書館0.0
浜松市浜北図書館0.0
浜松市立北図書館0.0
浜松市立北図書館0.0
浜松市立南図書館0.0
浜松市立南陽図書館0.0
浜松市立南陽図書館0.0
浜松市立城北図書館0.0
浜松市立城北図書館0.0
浜松市立天竜図書館0.0
浜松市立東図書館0.0
浜松市立東図書館0.0
浜松市立積志図書館0.0
浜松市立細江図書館0.0
浜松市立西図書館0.0
浜松市立西図書館0.0
浜松市立都田図書館0.0
磐田市立中央図書館0.0
磐田市立福田図書館0.0
磐田市立竜洋図書館0.0
磐田市立竜洋図書館0.0
磐田市立豊岡図書館0.0
磐田市立豊田図書館0.0
磐田市立豊田図書館0.0
菊川市立図書館菊川文庫0.0
菊川市立小笠図書館0.0
袋井市立浅羽図書館0.0
袋井市立袋井図書館0.0
袋井市立袋井図書館0.0
静岡理工科大学附属図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Iwata

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
たけいち
地方卸売市場舞阪魚市場
浜松市中央卸売市場
浜松市食肉地方卸売市場
浜松生花市場

Restaurants in Iwata

16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sawayaka
Sawayaka
インドレストラン・ナマステ
うなぎのたなか
かつや静岡磐田店
しまごん
ジョイフル
すき家　1国磐田一言店
スシロー磐田店
天宏
安楽亭　磐田店
渚の交流館
磐田麺屋さすけ
醍醐荘
集会所 山鉄
集会所　山鉄

Cafes in Iwata

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe処すず木
Starbucks
珈琲屋らんぷ

Monuments in Iwata

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

F-86 Sabre

Dentists in Iwata

8 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

よしだ眼科医院
一成歯科
原歯科医院
大橋医院
寺田歯科医院
山口歯科医院
歯科クリニック あやな
石川歯科

Train Stations in Iwata

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Iwata
Mikuriya
Toyodacho

Bus Stations in Iwata

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

中ノ町車庫

Gas Stations in Iwata

15 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cosmo
ENEOS
Eneos
Eneos
Eneos
ENEOS
Esso Express
JP #5206819600
JP #5208130078
JP #528439950
JP #536569191
Kygnus
Mobil
Shell
Showa-shell

Banks in Iwata

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

浜松信用金庫
磐田信用金庫 本店
遠州中央農協 福田支店
静岡銀行

Shopping Malls in Iwata

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

イオンタウン磐田

Golf Courses in Iwata

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

浜松シーサイドゴルフクラブ
浜松シーサイドゴルフクラブ

Stadiums & Teams in Iwata

TeamLeagueDivision
四ツ池公園陸上競技場
浜松オートレース場
浜松市営球場

Ski Resorts Near Iwata

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chausuyama Kogen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hiraya Kogen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Jibusaka Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Iwata

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Mount Fuji Shizuoka AirportFSZLarge Airport
JASDF Hamamatsu Air Base-Medium Airport
JASDF Shizuhama Air Base-Medium Airport
Hamakita Gliderport-Small Airport
Kawane Skypark Gliderport-Small Airport
Miho Airfield-Small Airport
Nukata Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Okazaki Gliderport-Small Airport
Soratomo Wind Park Gliderport-Small Airport
Tokai Paraplane Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Iwata

19 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
中野町郵便局
井通簡易郵便局
富岡郵便局
幸浦郵便局
御厨郵便局
御厨郵便局
池田郵便局
磐田中泉郵便局
磐田二之宮郵便局
磐田富士見郵便局
磐田岡田郵便局
磐田見付郵便局
磐田郵便局
福田豊浜郵便局
福田郵便局
竜洋郵便局
袖浦郵便局
豊田町駅前郵便局
長野郵便局

Treatment Centers in Iwata

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
メンタルクリニック・ダダ
石垣耳鼻咽喉科
聖隷健康診断センター 東伊場クリニック
通所リハビリテーション「リハタイム」
都ケアセンター
高丘北あさひクリニック

Churches & Religious Organizations in Iwata

123 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
万然寺
万福寺
万福寺
三桂神社
中泉寺
全久院
八幡神社
八幡神社
八雲神社
六所神社
六社神社
十輪寺
千手寺
善導寺
国分寺
国清寺
多聞寺
大乗院
大円寺
大蔵寺
大見寺
天正寺
妙法寺
妙福寺
子安神社
安楽寺
宗次寺
定光寺
宝珠寺
宝珠院
宣光寺
實際寺
寿正寺
常楽寺
府八幡宮
御嶽神社曹洞宗
心光寺
心月寺
慈恩寺
慈慶庵
慶岩寺
慶昌寺
明之宮神社
明泉寺
智恩斎
智教院
曹洞宗
本性寺
東八王子神社
東昌寺
松向寺
松尾神社
松尾神社
松林寺
松林寺
松秀寺
林宝院
林昌寺
正光寺
正医寺
水神社
永福寺
江川神社
池主神社
泉蔵寺
津島神社
津島神社
浅間神社
淡海国玉神社
満徳寺
満福寺
潜龍寺
玄妙寺
玉光神社
王子神社
白山神社
白羽神社
省光寺
磐田小僧伽
神明宮
神明神社
神明神社
福王寺
福王寺
福生寺
秋葉神社
竜泉寺
竜法院
聖寿寺
興徳寺
萬勝寺
蔵本寺
藻山神社
行泉寺
行興寺
西光寺
西光寺
西泉寺
西願寺
見付天神　矢奈比賣神社
見性寺
観音寺
誓渡院
諏訪神社
諏訪神社
豊田院
貴船神社
造立神社
連福寺
遠州鈴ヶ森刑場
醫王寺
金剛寺
金台寺
金蔵寺
鎌田神明宮
長江庵
長泉寺
雄照寺
須賀神社
願成寺
養福寺
香集寺
龍雲寺

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

Around Iwata

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 39
Hospitals 4
Pharmacies 2
Restaurants 7
Cafes 3
Supermarkets 7
Banks 5
Museums 3
Libraries 4
Parks 59
Police Stations 10
Fire Stations 5
Places of Worship 21

🇯🇵 About Japan

Capital Tokyo
Population 126,529,100
Area 377,835 km²
GDP (USD) $4,213,167,237,906
GDP per capita $33,836
HDI 0.925
Life expectancy 84.0 years
Internet users 87.0%
Urban population 92.1%
Currency JPY (Yen)
Languages Japanese
Calling code +81
TLD .jp
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Japan

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day 元日
Jan 12 Coming of Age Day 成人の日
Feb 11 Foundation Day 建国記念の日
Feb 23 The Emperor's Birthday 天皇誕生日
Mar 20 Vernal Equinox Day 春分の日
Apr 29 Shōwa Day 昭和の日
May 4 Greenery Day みどりの日
May 5 Children's Day こどもの日
May 6 Constitution Memorial Day 憲法記念日
Jul 20 Marine Day 海の日
Aug 11 Mountain Day 山の日
Sep 21 Respect for the Aged Day 敬老の日
Sep 23 Autumnal Equinox Day 秋分の日
Oct 12 Sports Day スポーツの日
Nov 3 Culture Day 文化の日
Nov 23 Labour Thanksgiving Day 勤労感謝の日

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Frequently Asked Questions About Iwata

What is the population of Iwata?

Iwata has a population of 166,672 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 2,631 people per square mile, spread across 63.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Iwata expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,100, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,000 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $420 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Iwata?

Iwata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.9 inches.

How is the job market in Iwata?

The job market in Iwata is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 28 business establishments in the area, including 7 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Iwata?

The median home value in Iwata is $84,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $420.

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