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Rittō, Japan

Shiga · 🇯🇵 Japan

Rittō is a mid-size city in Shiga, Japan with a population of 70,312. Elevation: 351 ft (107 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
70,312 Population
351 ft Elevation 107 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
64.3 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

Population70,312
Median Age49.1 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain64.3 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation351 ft (107 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population70,312
Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Coordinates35.0275°, 135.9997°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceShiga
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation64.3 inches (1,634 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Rittō a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rittō 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. Rittō 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

Rittō enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rittō has a population of 70,312. 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

70,312
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rittō vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Rittō vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rittō 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: Rittō 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 Rittō, 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: Rittō 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

Rittō enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 64.3 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 351 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall64.3 inches
69% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Coordinates35.0275°N, 135.9997°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
March 44°F (7°C) 4.6 in
April 54°F (12°C) 5.7 in
May 63°F (17°C) 5.9 in
June 70°F (21°C) 9.0 in Wettest
July 78°F (25°C) 8.6 in
August 80°F (27°C) 5.6 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 7.8 in
October 62°F (17°C) 4.8 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in
December 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in Driest

Rittō has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 39°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 64.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.0") and December the driest (2.6").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Rittō

What is the population of Rittō?

Rittō has a population of 70,312 residents and is located in Japan.. 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 Rittō expensive to live in?

Rittō 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 Rittō?

Rittō enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Rittō?

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

How are the schools in Rittō?

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

How healthy is Rittō?

The obesity rate in Rittō 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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