Shimoseki, Japan

Full City Profile

4.1 /5.0

A Great

5,144 Population 41/sq mi density

112 ft Elevation 34 meters

52°F Avg Temperature 11°C

Overall

4.1 / 5.0

Strong

Economy

3.2 / 5.0

$28,700 median income, 2.3% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$74,000 home value, $370/mo rent

Shimoseki, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income

$28,700

62% below

Home Value

$74,000

74% below

Median Rent

$370/mo

68% below

Unemployment

2.3%

36% below

Avg Temperature

52°F

203 sunny days/yr

Is Shimoseki a Good Place to Live?

4.1 / 5.0 — Great

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Shimoseki residents earn a median household income of $28,700 , which is 62% 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 165 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Shimoseki is $74,000 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $370/month.

Climate & Weather

Shimoseki has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.5 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population5,144

Median Age50.4 yrs

Density41/mi²

Foreign Born0.8%

Economy

Median Income$28,700

Per Capita

Unemployment2.3%

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$74,000

Rent$370

Ownership

Housing Units2,058

Climate

Avg Temp52°F

Sunny Days203/yr

Rain73.5 in/yr

Elevation112 ft