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Kushiro, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kushiro is a large city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 167,875. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
167,875 Population 319/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
41.5 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

Population167,875
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density319/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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population167,875
Population Density319 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates42.9750°, 144.3747°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation41.5 inches (1,054 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.8 inches (20 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kushiro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kushiro 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. Kushiro 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

Kushiro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kushiro has a population of 167,875 with a density of 319 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

167,875
Total Population
319
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
526.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kushiro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kushiro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kushiro 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: Kushiro 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 Kushiro, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Kushiro 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

Kushiro has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.5 inches. The area enjoys 261 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.5 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall7.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area526.4 sq mi (1,363.3 km²)
Population Density319/sq mi
Coordinates42.9750°N, 144.3747°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 Density319/sq mi
Total Area526.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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