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Miyakojima, Japan

Okinawa · 🇯🇵 Japan

Miyakojima is a mid-size city in Okinawa, Japan with a population of 54,908. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
54,908 Population
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 24°C
85.7 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

Population54,908
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 Temp74°F (24°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain85.7 in/yr
Sunny Days181/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population54,908
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates24.7902°, 125.3111°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkinawa
Average Temperature74°F (24°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation85.7 inches (2,176 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Miyakojima a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Miyakojima receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Miyakojima 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

Miyakojima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 181 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 85.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Miyakojima has a population of 54,908. 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

54,908
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Miyakojima vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Miyakojima vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Miyakojima 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: Miyakojima 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 Miyakojima, 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: Miyakojima 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

Miyakojima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 181 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.7 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 118 feet.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average74.4°F
38% above US avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days181 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall85.7 inches
125% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates24.7902°N, 125.3111°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 6.0 in Coldest
February 64°F (18°C) 5.3 in Driest
March 68°F (20°C) 5.9 in
April 73°F (23°C) 6.5 in
May 77°F (25°C) 8.6 in
June 81°F (27°C) 7.8 in
July 84°F (29°C) 6.5 in Warmest
August 83°F (29°C) 9.5 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 8.5 in
October 78°F (25°C) 8.4 in
November 73°F (23°C) 6.9 in
December 67°F (19°C) 6.0 in

Miyakojima has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 64°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 85.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.5") and February the driest (5.3").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Miyakojima

What is the population of Miyakojima?

Miyakojima has a population of 54,908 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 Miyakojima expensive to live in?

Miyakojima 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 Miyakojima?

Miyakojima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Miyakojima?

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

How are the schools in Miyakojima?

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

How healthy is Miyakojima?

The obesity rate in Miyakojima 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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