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Tochio-honchō, Japan

Niigata · 🇯🇵 Japan

Tochio-honchō is a small city in Niigata, Japan with a population of 23,045. Elevation: 213 ft (65 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
23,045 Population
213 ft Elevation 65 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
87.0 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

Population23,045
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 Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain87.0 in/yr
Sunny Days178/yr
Elevation213 ft (65 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population23,045
Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Coordinates37.4764°, 138.9951°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNiigata
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation87.0 inches (2,209 mm)
Annual Snowfall18.7 inches (47 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Tochio-honchō a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tochio-honchō receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Tochio-honchō 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

Tochio-honchō experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 178 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 87.0 inches, including 18.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tochio-honchō has a population of 23,045. 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

23,045
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tochio-honchō vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tochio-honchō vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tochio-honchō 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: Tochio-honchō 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 Tochio-honchō, 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: Tochio-honchō 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

Tochio-honchō experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 178 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 87.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.7 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 213 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days178 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall87.0 inches
129% above US avg
Snowfall18.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Coordinates37.4764°N, 138.9951°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 11.0 in Coldest
February 31°F (-1°C) 7.6 in
March 36°F (2°C) 5.4 in
April 48°F (9°C) 4.6 in
May 59°F (15°C) 4.2 in Driest
June 67°F (19°C) 5.6 in
July 74°F (23°C) 7.5 in
August 77°F (25°C) 5.8 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 7.5 in
October 58°F (14°C) 7.0 in
November 47°F (8°C) 8.5 in
December 37°F (3°C) 12.3 in Wettest

Tochio-honchō has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 31°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 87.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (12.3") and May the driest (4.2").

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 Tochio-honchō

What is the population of Tochio-honchō?

Tochio-honchō has a population of 23,045 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 Tochio-honchō expensive to live in?

Tochio-honchō 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 Tochio-honchō?

Tochio-honchō has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 178 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 87.0 inches, with 18.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Tochio-honchō?

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

How are the schools in Tochio-honchō?

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

How healthy is Tochio-honchō?

The obesity rate in Tochio-honchō 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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