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Ōshū, Japan

Iwate · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ōshū is a large city in Iwate, Japan with a population of 112,937. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
112,937 Population 294/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
51.2 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

Population112,937
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density294/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 Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population112,937
Population Density294 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates39.1393°, 141.1685°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceIwate
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation51.2 inches (1,300 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.4 inches (26 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ōshū a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ōshū 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. Ōshū 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

Ōshū experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches, including 10.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ōshū has a population of 112,937 with a density of 294 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

112,937
Total Population
294
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
383.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ōshū vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ōshū vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Ōshū 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

Ōshū has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. The area enjoys 243 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall10.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area383.5 sq mi (993.3 km²)
Population Density294/sq mi
Coordinates39.1393°N, 141.1685°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 Density294/sq mi
Total Area383.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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