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Tomioka, Japan

Gunma · 🇯🇵 Japan

Tomioka is a mid-size city in Gunma, Japan with a population of 47,911. Elevation: 518 ft (158 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
47,911 Population 1,010/sq mi density
518 ft Elevation 158 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
48.7 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

Population47,911
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density1,010/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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation518 ft (158 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population47,911
Population Density1,010 / sq mi
Elevation518 ft (158 m)
Coordinates36.2541°, 138.8981°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceGunma
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation48.7 inches (1,238 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Tomioka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tomioka 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. Tomioka 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

Tomioka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tomioka has a population of 47,911 with a density of 1,010 people per square mile, spread across 47.4 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

47,911
Total Population
1,010
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
47.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tomioka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tomioka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tomioka 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: Tomioka 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 Tomioka, 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: Tomioka 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

Tomioka experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 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 518 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation518 ft (158 m)
Area47.4 sq mi (122.8 km²)
Population Density1,010/sq mi
Coordinates36.2541°N, 138.8981°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 2.4 in
March 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
April 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
May 62°F (16°C) 3.8 in
June 68°F (20°C) 6.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 5.9 in
August 77°F (25°C) 6.5 in Warmest
September 69°F (21°C) 7.2 in Wettest
October 59°F (15°C) 4.7 in
November 49°F (9°C) 2.5 in
December 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in Driest

Tomioka has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 36°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.2") and December the driest (1.7").

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 Density1,010/sq mi
Total Area47.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Tomioka

What is the population of Tomioka?

Tomioka has a population of 47,911 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 1,010 people per square mile, spread across 47.4 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 Tomioka expensive to live in?

Tomioka 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 Tomioka?

Tomioka has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Tomioka?

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

How are the schools in Tomioka?

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

How healthy is Tomioka?

The obesity rate in Tomioka 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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