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Shimoikehara, Japan

Nara · 🇯🇵 Japan

Shimoikehara is a small town in Nara, Japan with a population of 753. Elevation: 702 ft (214 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
753 Population
702 ft Elevation 214 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
86.9 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

Population753
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain86.9 in/yr
Sunny Days178/yr
Elevation702 ft (214 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population753
Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Coordinates34.0373°, 135.9660°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNara
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation86.9 inches (2,208 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.9 inches (15 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Shimoikehara a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shimoikehara receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Shimoikehara 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

Shimoikehara experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 178 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 86.9 inches, including 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Shimoikehara has a population of 753. 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

753
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Shimoikehara vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shimoikehara vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shimoikehara 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: Shimoikehara 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 Shimoikehara, 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: Shimoikehara 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

Shimoikehara experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 178 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 86.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.9 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 702 feet.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days178 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall86.9 inches
129% above US avg
Snowfall5.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Coordinates34.0373°N, 135.9660°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 33°F (1°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 3.3 in
March 39°F (4°C) 5.5 in
April 50°F (10°C) 8.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 8.5 in
June 64°F (18°C) 12.6 in Wettest
July 71°F (22°C) 10.7 in
August 72°F (22°C) 10.0 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 11.6 in
October 56°F (13°C) 7.2 in
November 47°F (8°C) 4.5 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.3 in Driest

Shimoikehara has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 33°F in January to 72°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 86.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.6") and December the driest (2.3").

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 Shimoikehara

What is the population of Shimoikehara?

Shimoikehara has a population of 753 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 Shimoikehara expensive to live in?

Shimoikehara 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 Shimoikehara?

Shimoikehara has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 33°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.9 inches, with 5.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Shimoikehara?

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

How are the schools in Shimoikehara?

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

How healthy is Shimoikehara?

The obesity rate in Shimoikehara 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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