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Memuro-minami, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Memuro-minami is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 18,048. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
18,048 Population 91/sq mi density
262 ft Elevation 80 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
43.1 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

Population18,048
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density91/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)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population18,048
Population Density91 / sq mi
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Coordinates42.9072°, 143.0365°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation43.1 inches (1,094 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.2 inches (21 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Memuro-minami a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Memuro-minami 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. Memuro-minami 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

Memuro-minami has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Memuro-minami has a population of 18,048 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

18,048
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
198.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Memuro-minami vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Memuro-minami vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Memuro-minami 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

Memuro-minami has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area198.4 sq mi (513.8 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates42.9072°N, 143.0365°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 Density91/sq mi
Total Area198.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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