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Jepara, Indonesia

Central Java · 🇮🇩 Indonesia

Jepara is a major city in Central Java, Indonesia with a population of 1,257,912. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,257,912 Population 19,430/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
103.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Jakarta Timezone
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 44.9%
33% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 11.2%
65% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
10% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

People

Population1,257,912
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density19,430/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$4,876
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty5.4%

Health

Obesity11.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking30.0%
Depression1.7%

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
AQI15 (Good)
Rain103.1 in/yr
Sunny Days188/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.9%
High School+90.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband69.2%
Population1,257,912
Population Density19,430 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates-6.5924°, 110.6710°
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta
Country🇮🇩 Indonesia
State / ProvinceCentral Java
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation103.1 inches (2,618 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age30.2 years

Is Jepara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jepara receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Jepara stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Jepara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F. Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 188 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 103.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15.

Jepara has a population of 1,257,912 with a density of 19,430 people per square mile, spread across 64.7 square miles. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.8% female and 50.2% male. 14.1% of residents have a disability. 67.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,257,912
Total Population
19,430
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
64.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jepara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Jepara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jepara is N/A. Per capita income is $4,876 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 29.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Jepara vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$4,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
10% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living29.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Jepara, 11.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 40.3% have high blood pressure. 30.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 0.1% report binge drinking. 86.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 1.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Jepara vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity11.2%
65% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
High Blood Pressure40.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking30.0%
114% above US avg
Binge Drinking0.1%
Physical Inactivity86.4%
Depression1.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate67.0%

Food & Exercise

Jepara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 188 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 103.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 15 — among the cleanest air in the country. 92% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average78.9°F
46% above US avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days188 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall103.1 inches
171% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median15.0
RatingGood
Good Days %91.9%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area64.7 sq mi (167.7 km²)
Population Density19,430/sq mi
Coordinates-6.5924°N, 110.6710°W
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 23.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 78°F (25°C) 18.0 in
March 78°F (26°C) 13.7 in
April 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in
May 80°F (26°C) 4.9 in
June 79°F (26°C) 2.5 in
July 78°F (26°C) 1.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 1.1 in Driest
September 80°F (27°C) 2.1 in
October 81°F (27°C) 3.7 in Warmest
November 80°F (27°C) 7.8 in
December 78°F (26°C) 16.5 in

Jepara has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F — from 77°F in January to 81°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 103.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (23.8") and August the driest (1.1").

44.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 33% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. 69.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate).

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.9%
33% above US avg
High School+90.0%
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density19,430/sq mi
Total Area64.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Jepara

What is the population of Jepara?

Jepara has a population of 1,257,912 residents and is located in Indonesia. The population density is 19,430 people per square mile, spread across 64.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 30.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.

Is Jepara expensive to live in?

Jepara is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 29.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Jepara?

Jepara has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 188 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 103.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 15.

How is the job market in Jepara?

Jepara has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Jepara?

44.9% of adults in Jepara hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Jepara?

The obesity rate in Jepara is 11.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 30.0% of adults are smokers. 86.4% are physically inactive. 1.7% of residents report depression.

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