Shirakawa, Japan

Full City Profile

4.1 /5.0

A Great

59,491 Population 292/sq mi density

1,060 ft Elevation 323 meters

52°F Avg Temperature 11°C

Overall

4.1 / 5.0

Strong

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$28,300 median income, 2.7% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

Shirakawa, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income

$28,300

62% below

Home Value

$68,000

76% below

Median Rent

$340/mo

71% below

Unemployment

2.7%

25% below

Avg Temperature

52°F

244 sunny days/yr

Is Shirakawa a Good Place to Live?

4.1 / 5.0 — Great

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

Economy & Jobs

Shirakawa residents earn a median household income of $28,300 , which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 1,904 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

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

Climate & Weather

Shirakawa has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population59,491

Median Age50.2 yrs

Density292/mi²

Foreign Born0.7%

Economy

Median Income$28,300

Per Capita

Unemployment2.7%

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$68,000

Rent$340

Ownership

Housing Units23,796

Climate

Avg Temp52°F

Sunny Days244/yr

Rain50.9 in/yr

Elevation1,060 ft