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Motomachi, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Motomachi is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 22,972. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
22,972 Population 136/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
40.0 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

Population22,972
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density136/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 Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population22,972
Population Density136 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates43.8263°, 144.0964°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,015 mm)
Annual Snowfall9.5 inches (24 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Motomachi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Motomachi 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. Motomachi 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

Motomachi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 9.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Motomachi has a population of 22,972 with a density of 136 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

22,972
Total Population
136
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
169.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Motomachi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Motomachi vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Motomachi 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

Motomachi has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 264 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall9.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area169.3 sq mi (438.4 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates43.8263°N, 144.0964°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 Density136/sq mi
Total Area169.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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