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Shimonoseki, Japan

Full City Profile

4.1 /5.0
A Great
265,684 Population 961/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Strong
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$29,400 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

Shimonoseki, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income
$29,400
61% below
Home Value
$68,000
76% below
Median Rent
$340/mo
71% below
Unemployment
2.3%
36% below
Avg Temperature
61°F
213 sunny days/yr

Is Shimonoseki a Good Place to Live?

A
4.1 / 5.0 — Great
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Shimonoseki residents earn a median household income of $29,400 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 107 business establishments, including 41 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Shimonoseki is $68,000 , 76% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $340/month.

Climate & Weather

Shimonoseki has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.8 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population265,684
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density961/mi²
Foreign Born1.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$29,400
Per Capita
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Ownership
Housing Units106,274

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
Sunny Days213/yr
Rain67.8 in/yr
Elevation33 ft

Did You Know?

Shimonoseki was founded in 1889.