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Ōbu, Japan

Aichi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ōbu is a mid-size city in Aichi, Japan with a population of 93,123. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
93,123 Population 7,163/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
76.1 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

Population93,123
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density7,163/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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain76.1 in/yr
Sunny Days198/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population93,123
Population Density7,163 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates35.0176°, 136.9495°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceAichi
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation76.1 inches (1,934 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ōbu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ōbu 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. Ōbu 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

Ōbu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 198 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 76.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ōbu has a population of 93,123 with a density of 7,163 people per square mile, spread across 13.0 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

93,123
Total Population
7,163
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
13.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ōbu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ōbu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ōbu 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: Ōbu 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 Ōbu, 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: Ōbu 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

Ōbu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 198 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 75 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days198 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall76.1 inches
100% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area13.0 sq mi (33.7 km²)
Population Density7,163/sq mi
Coordinates35.0176°N, 136.9495°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
March 47°F (8°C) 5.2 in
April 58°F (14°C) 7.3 in
May 66°F (19°C) 7.5 in
June 72°F (22°C) 10.8 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 10.5 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.7 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 9.9 in
October 64°F (18°C) 5.9 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in Driest

Ōbu has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 40°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 76.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.8") and December the driest (2.1").

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

Population Density7,163/sq mi
Total Area13.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ōbu

What is the population of Ōbu?

Ōbu has a population of 93,123 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 7,163 people per square mile, spread across 13.0 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 Ōbu expensive to live in?

Ōbu 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 Ōbu?

Ōbu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Ōbu?

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

How are the schools in Ōbu?

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

How healthy is Ōbu?

The obesity rate in Ōbu 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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