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Shikaoi, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Shikaoi is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 5,266. Elevation: 669 ft (204 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
5,266 Population
669 ft Elevation 204 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
43.1 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

Population5,266
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 Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation669 ft (204 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population5,266
Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Coordinates43.1047°, 142.9987°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation43.1 inches (1,094 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.6 inches (22 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Shikaoi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shikaoi 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. Shikaoi 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

Shikaoi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Shikaoi has a population of 5,266. 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

5,266
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Shikaoi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shikaoi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shikaoi 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: Shikaoi 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 Shikaoi, 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: Shikaoi 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

Shikaoi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. The area receives 8.6 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 669 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall8.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Coordinates43.1047°N, 142.9987°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 17°F (-8°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 26°F (-3°C) 2.4 in
April 40°F (4°C) 2.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
June 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in
July 65°F (19°C) 4.5 in
August 68°F (20°C) 5.8 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 6.1 in Wettest
October 48°F (9°C) 4.6 in
November 36°F (2°C) 3.6 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 2.4 in

Shikaoi has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F — from 16°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (1.7").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shikaoi

What is the population of Shikaoi?

Shikaoi has a population of 5,266 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 Shikaoi expensive to live in?

Shikaoi 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 Shikaoi?

Shikaoi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Shikaoi?

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

How are the schools in Shikaoi?

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

How healthy is Shikaoi?

The obesity rate in Shikaoi 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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