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Ōkawara, Japan

Miyagi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ōkawara is a small city in Miyagi, Japan with a population of 23,618. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
23,618 Population 2,447/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
48.0 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

Population23,618
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density2,447/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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population23,618
Population Density2,447 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates38.0500°, 140.7336°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceMiyagi
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation48.0 inches (1,220 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ōkawara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ōkawara 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. Ōkawara 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

Ōkawara experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ōkawara has a population of 23,618 with a density of 2,447 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

23,618
Total Population
2,447
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
9.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ōkawara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ōkawara vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Ōkawara 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

Ōkawara has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area9.7 sq mi (25.0 km²)
Population Density2,447/sq mi
Coordinates38.0500°N, 140.7336°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 Density2,447/sq mi
Total Area9.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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