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Ōarai, Japan

Ibaraki · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ōarai is a small city in Ibaraki, Japan with a population of 15,787. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
15,787 Population 1,712/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
55.6 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

Population15,787
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density1,712/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 Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population15,787
Population Density1,712 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates36.3141°, 140.5839°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceIbaraki
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation55.6 inches (1,411 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ōarai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ōarai 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. Ōarai 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

Ōarai enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ōarai has a population of 15,787 with a density of 1,712 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,787
Total Population
1,712
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
9.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ōarai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ōarai vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Ōarai 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

Ōarai has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.6 inches. The area enjoys 235 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.6 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area9.2 sq mi (23.9 km²)
Population Density1,712/sq mi
Coordinates36.3141°N, 140.5839°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

Population Density1,712/sq mi
Total Area9.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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