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Shiranuka, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Shiranuka is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 7,972. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
7,972 Population 27/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
42.0 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

Population7,972
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density27/mi²
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 Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population7,972
Population Density27 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates42.9629°, 144.0890°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation42.0 inches (1,066 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.5 inches (22 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Shiranuka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shiranuka 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. Shiranuka 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

Shiranuka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Shiranuka has a population of 7,972 with a density of 27 people per square mile, spread across 298.5 square miles. 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

7,972
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
298.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Shiranuka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Shiranuka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shiranuka 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: Shiranuka 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 Shiranuka, 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: Shiranuka 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

Shiranuka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. The area receives 8.5 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 69 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall8.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area298.5 sq mi (773.1 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates42.9629°N, 144.0890°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 1.6 in Driest
March 28°F (-3°C) 2.8 in
April 40°F (4°C) 3.1 in
May 48°F (9°C) 3.9 in
June 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
July 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
August 66°F (19°C) 4.9 in Warmest
September 60°F (16°C) 6.3 in Wettest
October 50°F (10°C) 4.5 in
November 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.0 in

Shiranuka has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 19°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (1.6").

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

Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area298.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Shiranuka

What is the population of Shiranuka?

Shiranuka has a population of 7,972 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 298.5 square miles. 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 Shiranuka expensive to live in?

Shiranuka 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 Shiranuka?

Shiranuka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches, with 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Shiranuka?

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

How are the schools in Shiranuka?

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

How healthy is Shiranuka?

The obesity rate in Shiranuka 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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