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Makuhari, Japan

Chiba · 🇯🇵 Japan

Makuhari is a small city in Chiba, Japan with a population of 28,729. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
28,729 Population
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
50.3 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

Population28,729
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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population28,729
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates35.6500°, 140.0500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceChiba
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation50.3 inches (1,277 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.5 inches (1 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Makuhari a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Makuhari 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. Makuhari 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

Makuhari enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Makuhari has a population of 28,729. 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

28,729
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Makuhari vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Makuhari vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Makuhari 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: Makuhari 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 Makuhari, 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: Makuhari 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

Makuhari enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 283 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.3 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates35.6500°N, 140.0500°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.0 in
February 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in Coldest
March 47°F (8°C) 4.2 in
April 57°F (14°C) 4.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 4.5 in
June 70°F (21°C) 6.3 in
July 82°F (28°C) 4.7 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 5.0 in
September 74°F (23°C) 7.4 in Wettest
October 64°F (18°C) 6.9 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
December 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in Driest

Makuhari has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 42°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.4") and December 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 Makuhari

What is the population of Makuhari?

Makuhari has a population of 28,729 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 Makuhari expensive to live in?

Makuhari 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 Makuhari?

Makuhari enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Makuhari?

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

How are the schools in Makuhari?

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

How healthy is Makuhari?

The obesity rate in Makuhari 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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