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Mashiko, Japan

Tochigi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Mashiko is a small city in Tochigi, Japan with a population of 26,045. Elevation: 259 ft (79 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
26,045 Population 754/sq mi density
259 ft Elevation 79 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
52.2 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

Population26,045
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density754/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 Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation259 ft (79 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population26,045
Population Density754 / sq mi
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Coordinates36.4667°, 140.1000°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceTochigi
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation52.2 inches (1,327 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Mashiko a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mashiko 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. Mashiko 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

Mashiko enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Mashiko has a population of 26,045 with a density of 754 people per square mile, spread across 34.5 square miles. 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

26,045
Total Population
754
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
34.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mashiko vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mashiko vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mashiko 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: Mashiko 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 Mashiko, 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: Mashiko 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

Mashiko enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 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 259 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.6°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Area34.5 sq mi (89.4 km²)
Population Density754/sq mi
Coordinates36.4667°N, 140.1000°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.0 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
April 53°F (12°C) 4.4 in
May 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in
June 67°F (20°C) 6.5 in
July 74°F (23°C) 5.9 in
August 77°F (25°C) 5.9 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 7.2 in Wettest
October 60°F (15°C) 6.3 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
December 40°F (5°C) 1.5 in

Mashiko has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 36°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.2") and January the driest (1.3").

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

Population Density754/sq mi
Total Area34.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Mashiko

What is the population of Mashiko?

Mashiko has a population of 26,045 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 754 people per square mile, spread across 34.5 square miles. 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 Mashiko expensive to live in?

Mashiko 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 Mashiko?

Mashiko enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Mashiko?

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

How are the schools in Mashiko?

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

How healthy is Mashiko?

The obesity rate in Mashiko 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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