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Niimi, Japan

Okayama · 🇯🇵 Japan

Niimi is a mid-size city in Okayama, Japan with a population of 30,583. Elevation: 633 ft (193 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
30,583 Population 100/sq mi density
633 ft Elevation 193 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
63.2 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

Population30,583
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density100/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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain63.2 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation633 ft (193 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population30,583
Population Density100 / sq mi
Elevation633 ft (193 m)
Coordinates34.9833°, 133.4667°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkayama
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation63.2 inches (1,605 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Niimi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Niimi 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. Niimi 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

Niimi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.2 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Niimi has a population of 30,583 with a density of 100 people per square mile, spread across 306.3 square miles. 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

30,583
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
306.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Niimi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Niimi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Niimi 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: Niimi 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 Niimi, 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: Niimi 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

Niimi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. 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 633 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.2 inches
66% above US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation633 ft (193 m)
Area306.3 sq mi (793.3 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates34.9833°N, 133.4667°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (1°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 3.0 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.9 in
April 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in
May 60°F (16°C) 5.8 in
June 68°F (20°C) 9.3 in
July 76°F (24°C) 9.8 in Wettest
August 77°F (25°C) 6.0 in Warmest
September 69°F (21°C) 8.1 in
October 58°F (14°C) 4.3 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in Driest

Niimi has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 35°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 63.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.8") and December the driest (2.2").

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

Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area306.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Niimi

What is the population of Niimi?

Niimi has a population of 30,583 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 306.3 square miles. 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 Niimi expensive to live in?

Niimi 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 Niimi?

Niimi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.2 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Niimi?

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

How are the schools in Niimi?

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

How healthy is Niimi?

The obesity rate in Niimi 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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