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

Population7,230

Median Age49.1 yrs

Density17/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 Temp43°F (6°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain42.3 in/yr

Sunny Days259/yr

Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.0%

Population	7,230
Population Density	17 / sq mi
Elevation	69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates	43.2784°, 144.5631°
Timezone	Asia/Tokyo
Country	🇯🇵 Japan
State / Province	Hokkaido
Average Temperature	43°F (6°C)
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	42.3 inches (1,074 mm)
Annual Snowfall	8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Age	49.1 years

Is Shibecha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shibecha 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. Shibecha 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

Shibecha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Shibecha has a population of 7,230 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,230

Total Population

People / sq mi

49.1yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

424.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Shibecha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Shibecha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shibecha 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: Shibecha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	32% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.2%
	90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

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

Health Metrics: Shibecha vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	5.5%
	83% below US avg
Diabetes	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.9%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	6.3%
Depression	14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.0%

Food & Exercise

Shibecha has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.3 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	43.4°F
	20% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.3 inches
	11% above US avg
Snowfall	8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	87.4%

Geography

Elevation	69 ft (21 m)
Area	424.5 sq mi (1,099.4 km²)
Population Density	17/sq mi
Coordinates	43.2784°N, 144.5631°W
Timezone	Asia/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 Density	17/sq mi
Total Area	424.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Shibecha, Japan

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Is Shibecha a Good Place to Live?

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Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Shibecha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Shibecha vs U.S. Average

Income: Shibecha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Shibecha vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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