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Otofuke, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Otofuke is a mid-size city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 44,235. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
44,235 Population 246/sq mi density
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
43.2 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

Population44,235
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density246/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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population44,235
Population Density246 / sq mi
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates42.9917°, 143.2003°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation43.2 inches (1,096 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.3 inches (21 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Otofuke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Otofuke 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. Otofuke 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

Otofuke has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches, including 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Otofuke has a population of 44,235 with a density of 246 people per square mile, spread across 179.9 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

44,235
Total Population
246
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
179.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Otofuke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Otofuke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Otofuke 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: Otofuke 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 Otofuke, 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: Otofuke 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

Otofuke has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. The area receives 8.3 inches of snow annually. 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 210 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area179.9 sq mi (466.0 km²)
Population Density246/sq mi
Coordinates42.9917°N, 143.2003°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
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 Density246/sq mi
Total Area179.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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