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Kimobetsu, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kimobetsu is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 2,286. Elevation: 846 ft (258 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,286 Population
846 ft Elevation 258 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
55.5 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

Population2,286
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 Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation846 ft (258 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population2,286
Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Coordinates42.7903°, 140.9350°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average19°F (-8°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation55.5 inches (1,409 mm)
Annual Snowfall23.0 inches (58 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kimobetsu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kimobetsu 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. Kimobetsu 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

Kimobetsu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches, including 23.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kimobetsu has a population of 2,286. 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

2,286
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kimobetsu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kimobetsu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kimobetsu 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: Kimobetsu 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 Kimobetsu, 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: Kimobetsu 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

Kimobetsu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 23.0 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 846 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-8°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average19°F (-8°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall23.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation846 ft (258 m)
Coordinates42.7903°N, 140.9350°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-8°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 3.8 in
March 26°F (-3°C) 3.3 in
April 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 3.3 in
June 56°F (14°C) 3.3 in
July 64°F (18°C) 4.8 in
August 67°F (19°C) 6.6 in Warmest, Wettest
September 59°F (15°C) 6.2 in
October 47°F (8°C) 5.1 in
November 35°F (2°C) 5.6 in
December 24°F (-4°C) 5.3 in

Kimobetsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 19°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.6") and April the driest (3.2").

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 Kimobetsu

What is the population of Kimobetsu?

Kimobetsu has a population of 2,286 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 Kimobetsu expensive to live in?

Kimobetsu 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 Kimobetsu?

Kimobetsu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.5 inches, with 23.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kimobetsu?

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

How are the schools in Kimobetsu?

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

How healthy is Kimobetsu?

The obesity rate in Kimobetsu 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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