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Niikappu, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Niikappu is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 5,696. Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
5,696 Population
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
42.8 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

Population5,696
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 Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population5,696
Coordinates42.3500°, 142.3167°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation42.8 inches (1,088 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.8 inches (20 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Niikappu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Niikappu 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. Niikappu 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

Niikappu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Niikappu has a population of 5,696. 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

5,696
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Niikappu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Niikappu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Niikappu 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: Niikappu 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 Niikappu, 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: Niikappu 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

Niikappu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. 87% of days have good air quality.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall7.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Coordinates42.3500°N, 142.3167°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 24°F (-4°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in
April 40°F (5°C) 3.2 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.7 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
July 64°F (18°C) 5.2 in
August 68°F (20°C) 5.4 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 5.9 in Wettest
October 51°F (10°C) 4.6 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.3 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 2.2 in

Niikappu has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 23°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.9") and February the driest (1.6").

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 Niikappu

What is the population of Niikappu?

Niikappu has a population of 5,696 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 Niikappu expensive to live in?

Niikappu 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 Niikappu?

Niikappu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Niikappu?

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

How are the schools in Niikappu?

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

How healthy is Niikappu?

The obesity rate in Niikappu 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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