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Ōhara, Japan

Chiba · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ōhara is a small city in Chiba, Japan with a population of 20,226. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
20,226 Population 786/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
68.0 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

Population20,226
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density786/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 (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain68.0 in/yr
Sunny Days213/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population20,226
Population Density786 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates35.2476°, 140.3929°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceChiba
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation68.0 inches (1,728 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ōhara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ōhara 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. Ōhara 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

Ōhara enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ōhara has a population of 20,226 with a density of 786 people per square mile, spread across 25.7 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

20,226
Total Population
786
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
25.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ōhara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ōhara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ōhara 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: Ōhara 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 Ōhara, 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: Ōhara 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

Ōhara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.0 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 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average59.7°F
11% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days213 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall68.0 inches
79% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area25.7 sq mi (66.6 km²)
Population Density786/sq mi
Coordinates35.2476°N, 140.3929°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in
March 48°F (9°C) 5.8 in
April 57°F (14°C) 5.6 in
May 64°F (18°C) 6.1 in
June 69°F (21°C) 7.9 in
July 75°F (24°C) 5.0 in
August 78°F (26°C) 5.6 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 8.4 in
October 65°F (18°C) 8.9 in Wettest
November 56°F (13°C) 5.4 in
December 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in Driest

Ōhara has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F — from 42°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 68.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.9") and December the driest (2.8").

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 Density786/sq mi
Total Area25.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ōhara

What is the population of Ōhara?

Ōhara has a population of 20,226 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 786 people per square mile, spread across 25.7 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 Ōhara expensive to live in?

Ōhara 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 Ōhara?

Ōhara enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Ōhara?

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

How are the schools in Ōhara?

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

How healthy is Ōhara?

The obesity rate in Ōhara 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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