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

Population5,848

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 Temp40°F (5°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain45.4 in/yr

Sunny Days254/yr

Elevation669 ft (204 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.0%

Population	5,848
Elevation	669 ft (204 m)
Coordinates	43.1667°, 143.2500°
Timezone	Asia/Tokyo
Country	🇯🇵 Japan
State / Province	Hokkaido
Average Temperature	40°F (5°C)
January Average	13°F (-11°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation	45.4 inches (1,154 mm)
Annual Snowfall	13.4 inches (34 cm)
Median Age	49.1 years

Is Shihoro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shihoro 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. Shihoro 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

Shihoro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches, including 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Shihoro has a population of 5,848. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,848

Total Population

49.1yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Shihoro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Shihoro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shihoro 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: Shihoro 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 Shihoro, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Shihoro 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

Shihoro has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.4 inches. The area enjoys 254 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	40.2°F
	26% below US avg
January Average	13°F (-11°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days	254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	45.4 inches
	20% above US avg
Snowfall	13.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	87.4%

Geography

Elevation	669 ft (204 m)
Coordinates	43.1667°N, 143.2500°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Shihoro, Japan

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Is Shihoro a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Shihoro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Shihoro vs U.S. Average

Income: Shihoro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Shihoro 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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