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Ōhira, Japan

Miyagi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ōhira is a small city in Miyagi, Japan with a population of 5,918. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
5,918 Population 254/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
47.1 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

Population5,918
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density254/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 Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population5,918
Population Density254 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates38.4714°, 140.8715°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceMiyagi
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation47.1 inches (1,197 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.0 inches (10 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ōhira a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ōhira 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. Ōhira 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

Ōhira experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ōhira has a population of 5,918 with a density of 254 people per square mile, spread across 23.3 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

5,918
Total Population
254
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
23.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ōhira vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ōhira vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ōhira 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: Ōhira 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 Ōhira, 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: Ōhira 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

Ōhira experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. 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 82 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.1 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall4.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area23.3 sq mi (60.3 km²)
Population Density254/sq mi
Coordinates38.4714°N, 140.8715°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 2.1 in
March 38°F (4°C) 2.7 in
April 49°F (9°C) 3.6 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 5.2 in
July 71°F (22°C) 6.1 in
August 75°F (24°C) 5.8 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 7.1 in Wettest
October 57°F (14°C) 4.4 in
November 47°F (8°C) 2.7 in
December 38°F (3°C) 1.9 in

Ōhira has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 33°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (1.9").

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 Density254/sq mi
Total Area23.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ōhira

What is the population of Ōhira?

Ōhira has a population of 5,918 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 254 people per square mile, spread across 23.3 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 Ōhira expensive to live in?

Ōhira 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 Ōhira?

Ōhira has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.1 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Ōhira?

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

How are the schools in Ōhira?

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

How healthy is Ōhira?

The obesity rate in Ōhira 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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