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Kamishihoro, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kamishihoro is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 4,908. Elevation: 902 ft (275 m). Average temperature: 40°F (5°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,908 Population
902 ft Elevation 275 meters
40°F Avg Temperature 5°C
45.4 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

Population4,908
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 Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation902 ft (275 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population4,908
Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Coordinates43.2351°, 143.2852°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature40°F (5°C)
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation45.4 inches (1,154 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.4 inches (34 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kamishihoro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kamishihoro 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. Kamishihoro 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

Kamishihoro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches, including 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kamishihoro has a population of 4,908. 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

4,908
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kamishihoro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kamishihoro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kamishihoro 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: Kamishihoro 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 Kamishihoro, 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: Kamishihoro 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

Kamishihoro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches. The area receives 13.4 inches of snow annually. 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 902 feet.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.4 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall13.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Coordinates43.2351°N, 143.2852°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 13°F (-11°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 14°F (-10°C) 1.9 in Driest
March 23°F (-5°C) 2.8 in
April 38°F (4°C) 3.1 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.4 in
August 66°F (19°C) 6.0 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 6.3 in Wettest
October 46°F (8°C) 4.7 in
November 34°F (1°C) 3.8 in
December 21°F (-6°C) 2.5 in

Kamishihoro has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F — from 13°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (1.9").

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 Kamishihoro

What is the population of Kamishihoro?

Kamishihoro has a population of 4,908 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 Kamishihoro expensive to live in?

Kamishihoro 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 Kamishihoro?

Kamishihoro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 13°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches, with 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kamishihoro?

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

How are the schools in Kamishihoro?

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

How healthy is Kamishihoro?

The obesity rate in Kamishihoro 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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