Choose Country

Ōtaki, Japan

Chiba · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ōtaki is a small city in Chiba, Japan with a population of 8,982. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 63°F (17°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
8,982 Population 179/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
63°F Avg Temperature 17°C
50.3 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

Population8,982
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density179/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 Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population8,982
Population Density179 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates35.2878°, 140.2436°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceChiba
Average Temperature63°F (17°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation50.3 inches (1,277 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.5 inches (1 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ōtaki a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ōtaki 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. Ōtaki 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

Ōtaki enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ōtaki has a population of 8,982 with a density of 179 people per square mile, spread across 50.1 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

8,982
Total Population
179
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
50.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ōtaki vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ōtaki vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ōtaki 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: Ōtaki 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 Ōtaki, 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: Ōtaki 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

Ōtaki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 283 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 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 92 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.3 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall0.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area50.1 sq mi (129.9 km²)
Population Density179/sq mi
Coordinates35.2878°N, 140.2436°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
February 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in Coldest
March 46°F (8°C) 5.8 in
April 56°F (13°C) 5.7 in
May 63°F (17°C) 6.1 in
June 69°F (20°C) 8.0 in
July 82°F (28°C) 5.2 in Warmest
August 78°F (26°C) 5.9 in
September 73°F (23°C) 8.5 in
October 63°F (17°C) 8.8 in Wettest
November 54°F (12°C) 5.2 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.7 in Driest

Ōtaki has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 41°F in February to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 68.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (8.8") and December the driest (2.7").

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 Density179/sq mi
Total Area50.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ōtaki

What is the population of Ōtaki?

Ōtaki has a population of 8,982 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 179 people per square mile, spread across 50.1 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 Ōtaki expensive to live in?

Ōtaki 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 Ōtaki?

Ōtaki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Ōtaki?

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

How are the schools in Ōtaki?

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

How healthy is Ōtaki?

The obesity rate in Ōtaki is 5.5% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.9% of adults are smokers. 14.7% of residents report depression.

Nearby Cities

Chōnan 7,743 pop · 7.6 mi Kawasugaya 6,760 pop · 7.8 mi Ōhara 20,226 pop · 8.9 mi Shinmachi 7,523 pop · 9.5 mi Ichinomiya 12,494 pop · 9.6 mi Nagadomi 6,721 pop · 9.8 mi Isumi 35,544 pop · 9.9 mi Mobara 88,330 pop · 10.0 mi Katsuura 16,927 pop · 10.6 mi Hongō 13,803 pop · 10.9 mi Ushigome 10,305 pop · 14.8 mi Sodegaura 64,901 pop · 15.2 mi Kamogawa 32,116 pop · 15.5 mi Ōami 53,239 pop · 16.3 mi
Compare Ōtaki with another city: