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Niseko Town, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Niseko Town is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 4,654. Elevation: 377 ft (115 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,654 Population
377 ft Elevation 115 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
55.9 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

Population4,654
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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation377 ft (115 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population4,654
Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Coordinates42.7787°, 140.6690°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation55.9 inches (1,421 mm)
Annual Snowfall18.6 inches (47 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Niseko Town a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Niseko Town 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. Niseko Town 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

Niseko Town has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches, including 18.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Niseko Town has a population of 4,654. 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

4,654
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Niseko Town vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Niseko Town vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Niseko Town 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: Niseko Town 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 Niseko Town, 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: Niseko Town 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

Niseko Town has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 377 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.9 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall18.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Coordinates42.7787°N, 140.6690°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 21°F (-6°C) 4.1 in
March 27°F (-3°C) 3.3 in
April 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in
August 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in Warmest, Wettest
September 60°F (16°C) 6.1 in
October 49°F (9°C) 5.1 in
November 37°F (3°C) 5.8 in
December 26°F (-4°C) 5.8 in

Niseko Town has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F — from 20°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.3") and April the driest (3.1").

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 Niseko Town

What is the population of Niseko Town?

Niseko Town has a population of 4,654 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 Niseko Town expensive to live in?

Niseko Town 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 Niseko Town?

Niseko Town has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.9 inches, with 18.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Niseko Town?

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

How are the schools in Niseko Town?

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

How healthy is Niseko Town?

The obesity rate in Niseko Town 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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