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Sōja, Japan

Okayama · 🇯🇵 Japan

Sōja is a mid-size city in Okayama, Japan with a population of 69,030. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
69,030 Population 844/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
57.9 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

Population69,030
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density844/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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain57.9 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population69,030
Population Density844 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates34.6753°, 133.7509°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkayama
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation57.9 inches (1,471 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Sōja a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sōja 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. Sōja 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

Sōja enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sōja has a population of 69,030 with a density of 844 people per square mile, spread across 81.8 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

69,030
Total Population
844
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
81.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sōja vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sōja vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sōja 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: Sōja 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 Sōja, 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: Sōja 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

Sōja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 62 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.9 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area81.8 sq mi (211.9 km²)
Population Density844/sq mi
Coordinates34.6753°N, 133.7509°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.3 in
March 44°F (6°C) 3.6 in
April 54°F (12°C) 5.4 in
May 62°F (17°C) 5.8 in
June 70°F (21°C) 9.0 in Wettest
July 78°F (25°C) 8.8 in
August 79°F (26°C) 5.0 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 8.3 in
October 61°F (16°C) 4.2 in
November 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
December 42°F (5°C) 1.4 in Driest

Sōja has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 37°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 57.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.0") and December the driest (1.4").

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 Density844/sq mi
Total Area81.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sōja

What is the population of Sōja?

Sōja has a population of 69,030 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 844 people per square mile, spread across 81.8 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 Sōja expensive to live in?

Sōja 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 Sōja?

Sōja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Sōja?

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

How are the schools in Sōja?

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

How healthy is Sōja?

The obesity rate in Sōja 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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