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Urakawa, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Urakawa is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 12,800. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
12,800 Population 48/sq mi density
3 ft Elevation 1 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
41.5 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

Population12,800
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density48/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 Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain41.5 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population12,800
Population Density48 / sq mi
Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Coordinates42.1556°, 142.7836°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation41.5 inches (1,055 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.9 inches (20 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Urakawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Urakawa 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. Urakawa 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

Urakawa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 261 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches, including 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Urakawa has a population of 12,800 with a density of 48 people per square mile, spread across 268.1 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

12,800
Total Population
48
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
268.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Urakawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Urakawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Urakawa 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: Urakawa 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 Urakawa, 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: Urakawa 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

Urakawa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.5 inches. The area receives 7.9 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 3 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.5 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall7.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area268.1 sq mi (694.3 km²)
Population Density48/sq mi
Coordinates42.1556°N, 142.7836°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 32°F (-0°C) 2.3 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.5 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 4.8 in
August 68°F (20°C) 4.5 in Warmest
September 62°F (17°C) 6.1 in Wettest
October 52°F (11°C) 4.6 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 2.3 in

Urakawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 26°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Density48/sq mi
Total Area268.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Urakawa

What is the population of Urakawa?

Urakawa has a population of 12,800 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 48 people per square mile, spread across 268.1 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 Urakawa expensive to live in?

Urakawa 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 Urakawa?

Urakawa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.5 inches, with 7.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Urakawa?

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

How are the schools in Urakawa?

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

How healthy is Urakawa?

The obesity rate in Urakawa 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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