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Misawa, Japan

Aomori · 🇯🇵 Japan

Misawa is a mid-size city in Aomori, Japan with a population of 42,805. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
42,805 Population 925/sq mi density
121 ft Elevation 37 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
44.1 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

Population42,805
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density925/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 Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population42,805
Population Density925 / sq mi
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates40.6868°, 141.3897°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceAomori
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation44.1 inches (1,121 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.7 inches (27 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Misawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Misawa 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. Misawa 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

Misawa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 10.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Misawa has a population of 42,805 with a density of 925 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

42,805
Total Population
925
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
46.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Misawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Misawa vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Misawa 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

Misawa has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. The area enjoys 256 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall10.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area46.3 sq mi (119.9 km²)
Population Density925/sq mi
Coordinates40.6868°N, 141.3897°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 Density925/sq mi
Total Area46.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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