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Ōtawara, Japan

Full City Profile

4.2 /5.0
A Great
72,087 Population 527/sq mi density
673 ft Elevation 205 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Strong
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$31,800 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,000 home value, $390/mo rent

Ōtawara, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income
$31,800
58% below
Home Value
$78,000
72% below
Median Rent
$390/mo
66% below
Unemployment
2.3%
36% below
Avg Temperature
54°F
244 sunny days/yr

Is Ōtawara a Good Place to Live?

A
4.2 / 5.0 — Great
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Ōtawara residents earn a median household income of $31,800 , which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 24 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Ōtawara is $78,000 , 72% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $390/month.

Climate & Weather

Ōtawara has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population72,087
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density527/mi²
Foreign Born1.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,800
Per Capita
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,000
Rent$390
Ownership
Housing Units28,835

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
Sunny Days244/yr
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation673 ft