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Koga, Japan

Ibaraki · 🇯🇵 Japan

Koga is a large city in Ibaraki, Japan with a population of 139,344. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
139,344 Population 2,921/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
51.6 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

Population139,344
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density2,921/mi²
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population139,344
Population Density2,921 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates36.1833°, 139.7167°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceIbaraki
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation51.6 inches (1,310 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Koga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Koga 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. Koga 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

Koga enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Koga has a population of 139,344 with a density of 2,921 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

139,344
Total Population
2,921
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
47.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Koga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Koga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Koga is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Koga 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 Koga, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Koga 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

Koga has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area47.7 sq mi (123.6 km²)
Population Density2,921/sq mi
Coordinates36.1833°N, 139.7167°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.2%
13% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,921/sq mi
Total Area47.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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