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Suttsu, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Suttsu is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 3,113. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,113 Population
266 ft Elevation 81 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
51.0 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

Population3,113
Median Age49.1 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population3,113
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates42.7881°, 140.2256°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation51.0 inches (1,295 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.8 inches (40 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Suttsu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Suttsu 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. Suttsu 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

Suttsu experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Suttsu has a population of 3,113. 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

3,113
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Suttsu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Suttsu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Suttsu 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: Suttsu 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 Suttsu, 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: Suttsu 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

Suttsu experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 15.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 266 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates42.7881°N, 140.2256°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 4.6 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 3.5 in
March 31°F (-1°C) 2.9 in
April 42°F (5°C) 3.0 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in Driest
June 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.4 in
August 69°F (21°C) 5.6 in Warmest
September 62°F (17°C) 6.0 in Wettest
October 51°F (11°C) 5.1 in
November 40°F (4°C) 5.3 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 4.8 in

Suttsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 24°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.0") and May the driest (2.8").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Suttsu

What is the population of Suttsu?

Suttsu has a population of 3,113 residents and is located in Japan.. 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 Suttsu expensive to live in?

Suttsu 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 Suttsu?

Suttsu has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.0 inches, with 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Suttsu?

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

How are the schools in Suttsu?

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

How healthy is Suttsu?

The obesity rate in Suttsu 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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