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Nishiya, Japan

Okayama · 🇯🇵 Japan

Nishiya is a small city in Okayama, Japan with a population of 12,062. Elevation: 1,056 ft (322 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
12,062 Population
1,056 ft Elevation 322 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
70.8 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

Population12,062
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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain70.8 in/yr
Sunny Days208/yr
Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population12,062
Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Coordinates35.1667°, 133.8833°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkayama
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation70.8 inches (1,798 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Nishiya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nishiya 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. Nishiya 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

Nishiya experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.8 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Nishiya has a population of 12,062. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

12,062
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nishiya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nishiya vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Nishiya 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

Nishiya has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 70.8 inches. The area enjoys 208 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days208 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.8 inches
86% above US avg
Snowfall7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Coordinates35.1667°N, 133.8833°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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