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Omitama, Japan

Ibaraki · 🇯🇵 Japan

Omitama is a mid-size city in Ibaraki, Japan with a population of 48,870. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
48,870 Population
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
54.9 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

Population48,870
Median Age49.1 yrs
DensityN/A
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 (13°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain54.9 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population48,870
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates36.2545°, 140.3796°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceIbaraki
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation54.9 inches (1,395 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Omitama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Omitama 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. Omitama 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

Omitama enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Omitama has a population of 48,870. 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

48,870
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Omitama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Omitama vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Omitama 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: Omitama 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 Omitama, 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: Omitama 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

Omitama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.9 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 89 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.9 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates36.2545°N, 140.3796°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.5 in
March 44°F (6°C) 3.8 in
April 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
May 61°F (16°C) 5.2 in
June 67°F (20°C) 6.7 in
July 74°F (23°C) 5.7 in
August 77°F (25°C) 5.2 in Warmest
September 71°F (21°C) 7.1 in
October 61°F (16°C) 7.1 in Wettest
November 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in

Omitama has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 37°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (1.6").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Omitama

What is the population of Omitama?

Omitama has a population of 48,870 residents and is located in Japan.. 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 Omitama expensive to live in?

Omitama 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 Omitama?

Omitama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Omitama?

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

How are the schools in Omitama?

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

How healthy is Omitama?

The obesity rate in Omitama 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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