Osaka, VA

Virginia

Osaka is a small town in Virginia with a population of 86. Residents earn $23,750 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
86 Population 200/sq mi density
$23,750 Median Income $11,356 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.1 / 5.0
$23,750 median income, 14.5% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,750
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.8%
46% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.5%
303% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

How Osaka Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population86
Median Age27.3 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans55.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$23,750
Per Capita$11,356
Unemployment14.5%
Poverty100.0%
Commute22 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease8.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain56.0 in/yr
Elevation2,035 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Broadband42.0%

Is Osaka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Osaka receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Osaka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Osaka is $23,750, 68% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Osaka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.0 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Osaka has a population of 86 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 27.3 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

86
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
27.3yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.6%
Female 67.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Osaka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Osaka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Osaka is $23,750, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Osaka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,750
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,356
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$50,964

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.5%
303% above US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)231

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare49
Retail37
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.0%

Property Tax

In Osaka, 46.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.6% report depression. 36.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Osaka vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.8%
46% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease8.7%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma12.4%
COPD12.5%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.7%
Physical Inactivity36.0%
Depression30.6%
Mental Distress23.9%
Physical Distress19.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death21,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities49

Crime Rates: Osaka vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Osaka has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.0 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall9.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,035 ft (620 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates36.9515°N, 82.8144°W
County FIPS51720
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.6-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.58
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants30
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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