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

Population7,651

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 Temp44°F (7°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain44.2 in/yr

Sunny Days256/yr

Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.0%

Population	7,651
Elevation	23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates	42.5719°, 141.9264°
Timezone	Asia/Tokyo
Country	🇯🇵 Japan
State / Province	Hokkaido
Average Temperature	44°F (7°C)
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation	44.2 inches (1,122 mm)
Annual Snowfall	8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Age	49.1 years

Is Mukawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mukawa 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. Mukawa 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

Mukawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Mukawa has a population of 7,651. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,651

Total Population

49.1yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mukawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Mukawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mukawa 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: Mukawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	32% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.2%
	90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Mukawa, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Mukawa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	5.5%
	83% below US avg
Diabetes	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.9%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	6.3%
Depression	14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.0%

Food & Exercise

Mukawa has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. The area enjoys 256 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	44.3°F
	18% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days	256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	44.2 inches
	16% above US avg
Snowfall	8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	87.4%

Geography

Elevation	23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates	42.5719°N, 141.9264°W
Timezone	Asia/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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Mukawa, Japan

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Is Mukawa a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Mukawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Mukawa vs U.S. Average

Income: Mukawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Mukawa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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