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Sawara, Japan

Chiba · 🇯🇵 Japan

Sawara is a mid-size city in Chiba, Japan with a population of 47,199. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
47,199 Population 1,020/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
56.1 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

Population47,199
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density1,020/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 Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain56.1 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population47,199
Population Density1,020 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates35.8833°, 140.5000°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceChiba
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation56.1 inches (1,424 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Sawara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sawara 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. Sawara 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

Sawara enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sawara has a population of 47,199 with a density of 1,020 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

47,199
Total Population
1,020
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
46.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sawara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sawara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sawara is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Sawara 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 Sawara, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Sawara 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

Sawara has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.1 inches. The area enjoys 234 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average57.8°F
7% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.1 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area46.3 sq mi (119.9 km²)
Population Density1,020/sq mi
Coordinates35.8833°N, 140.5000°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density1,020/sq mi
Total Area46.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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