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Moriyama, Japan

Shiga · 🇯🇵 Japan

Moriyama is a mid-size city in Shiga, Japan with a population of 85,485. Elevation: 302 ft (92 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
85,485 Population 3,972/sq mi density
302 ft Elevation 92 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
64.3 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

Population85,485
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density3,972/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 Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain64.3 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation302 ft (92 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population85,485
Population Density3,972 / sq mi
Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Coordinates35.0667°, 135.9833°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceShiga
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation64.3 inches (1,634 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Moriyama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moriyama 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. Moriyama 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

Moriyama enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Moriyama has a population of 85,485 with a density of 3,972 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

85,485
Total Population
3,972
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
21.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Moriyama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Moriyama vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Moriyama 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

Moriyama has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 64.3 inches. The area enjoys 219 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.3 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Area21.5 sq mi (55.7 km²)
Population Density3,972/sq mi
Coordinates35.0667°N, 135.9833°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 Density3,972/sq mi
Total Area21.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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