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Matsumae, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Matsumae is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 6,260. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
6,260 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
50.9 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

Population6,260
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 Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population6,260
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates41.4273°, 140.1030°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation50.9 inches (1,294 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.8 inches (35 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Matsumae a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Matsumae 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. Matsumae 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

Matsumae experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches, including 13.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Matsumae has a population of 6,260. 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

6,260
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Matsumae vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Matsumae vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Matsumae 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: Matsumae 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 Matsumae, 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: Matsumae 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

Matsumae experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.8 inches of snow annually. 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall13.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates41.4273°N, 140.1030°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 3.8 in Coldest
February 26°F (-4°C) 3.1 in Driest
March 33°F (0°C) 3.2 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
June 60°F (15°C) 3.8 in
July 66°F (19°C) 5.8 in
August 70°F (21°C) 5.6 in Warmest
September 64°F (18°C) 6.5 in Wettest
October 54°F (12°C) 4.4 in
November 40°F (5°C) 4.0 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 3.8 in

Matsumae has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 23°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.5") and February the driest (3.1").

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 Matsumae

What is the population of Matsumae?

Matsumae has a population of 6,260 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 Matsumae expensive to live in?

Matsumae 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 Matsumae?

Matsumae has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches, with 13.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Matsumae?

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

How are the schools in Matsumae?

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

How healthy is Matsumae?

The obesity rate in Matsumae 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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