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Ōtsu, Japan

Shiga · 🇯🇵 Japan

Ōtsu is a large city in Shiga, Japan with a population of 345,070. Elevation: 430 ft (131 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
345,070 Population 1,926/sq mi density
430 ft Elevation 131 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
63.0 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

Population345,070
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density1,926/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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain63.0 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation430 ft (131 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population345,070
Population Density1,926 / sq mi
Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Coordinates35.0000°, 135.8667°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceShiga
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation63.0 inches (1,599 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Ōtsu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ōtsu receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Ōtsu 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

Ōtsu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ōtsu has a population of 345,070 with a density of 1,926 people per square mile, spread across 179.2 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

345,070
Total Population
1,926
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
179.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ōtsu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ōtsu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ōtsu 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: Ōtsu 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 Ōtsu, 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: Ōtsu 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

Ōtsu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 63.0 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 430 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.0 inches
66% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Area179.2 sq mi (464.1 km²)
Population Density1,926/sq mi
Coordinates35.0000°N, 135.8667°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in
March 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in
April 54°F (12°C) 5.8 in
May 62°F (17°C) 6.1 in
June 69°F (21°C) 9.3 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 8.6 in
August 79°F (26°C) 6.0 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 8.0 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.8 in
November 51°F (10°C) 3.0 in
December 42°F (5°C) 1.9 in Driest

Ōtsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 37°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 62.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.3") and December the driest (1.9").

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 Density1,926/sq mi
Total Area179.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ōtsu

What is the population of Ōtsu?

Ōtsu has a population of 345,070 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 1,926 people per square mile, spread across 179.2 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 Ōtsu expensive to live in?

Ōtsu 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 Ōtsu?

Ōtsu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Ōtsu?

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

How are the schools in Ōtsu?

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

How healthy is Ōtsu?

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

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