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Satohata, Japan

Miyagi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Satohata is a small city in Miyagi, Japan with a population of 7,813. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
7,813 Population
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.1 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

Population7,813
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 Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population7,813
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates38.4322°, 141.0219°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceMiyagi
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation45.1 inches (1,145 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Satohata a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Satohata 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. Satohata 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

Satohata experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Satohata has a population of 7,813. 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

7,813
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Satohata vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Satohata vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Satohata 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: Satohata 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 Satohata, 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: Satohata 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

Satohata experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. The area receives 3.5 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 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates38.4322°N, 141.0219°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (0°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 2.0 in
March 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
April 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in
June 64°F (18°C) 5.0 in
July 71°F (22°C) 5.8 in
August 75°F (24°C) 5.4 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 6.7 in Wettest
October 57°F (14°C) 4.5 in
November 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
December 38°F (3°C) 1.6 in

Satohata has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 33°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.7") and January the driest (1.6").

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 Satohata

What is the population of Satohata?

Satohata has a population of 7,813 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 Satohata expensive to live in?

Satohata 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 Satohata?

Satohata has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.1 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Satohata?

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

How are the schools in Satohata?

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

How healthy is Satohata?

The obesity rate in Satohata 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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