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Sapporo, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Sapporo is a major city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 1,973,832. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,973,832 Population 4,559/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
47.6 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

Population1,973,832
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density4,559/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 Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population1,973,832
Population Density4,559 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates43.0667°, 141.3500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,209 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.2 inches (36 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Sapporo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sapporo 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. Sapporo 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

Sapporo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 14.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sapporo has a population of 1,973,832 with a density of 4,559 people per square mile, spread across 432.9 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

1,973,832
Total Population
4,559
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
432.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sapporo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sapporo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sapporo 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: Sapporo 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 Sapporo, 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: Sapporo 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

Sapporo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.2 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 85 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall14.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area432.9 sq mi (1,121.3 km²)
Population Density4,559/sq mi
Coordinates43.0667°N, 141.3500°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-5°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 24°F (-5°C) 3.1 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 2.7 in Driest
April 44°F (6°C) 2.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
June 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
July 69°F (20°C) 4.1 in
August 71°F (22°C) 6.0 in Warmest, Wettest
September 63°F (17°C) 5.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.7 in
November 40°F (4°C) 4.7 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 4.5 in

Sapporo has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F — from 22°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.0") and March 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 Density4,559/sq mi
Total Area432.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sapporo

What is the population of Sapporo?

Sapporo has a population of 1,973,832 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 4,559 people per square mile, spread across 432.9 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 Sapporo expensive to live in?

Sapporo 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 Sapporo?

Sapporo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches, with 14.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Sapporo?

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

How are the schools in Sapporo?

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

How healthy is Sapporo?

The obesity rate in Sapporo 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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