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Watari, Japan

Miyagi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Watari is a mid-size city in Miyagi, Japan with a population of 33,459. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
33,459 Population
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
47.3 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

Population33,459
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population33,459
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates38.0350°, 140.8511°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceMiyagi
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation47.3 inches (1,201 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Watari a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Watari 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. Watari 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

Watari experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Watari has a population of 33,459. 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

33,459
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Watari vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Watari vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Watari 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: Watari 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 Watari, 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: Watari 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

Watari experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 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 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates38.0350°N, 140.8511°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 37°F (3°C) 1.9 in
March 42°F (5°C) 2.7 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
May 60°F (16°C) 3.9 in
June 66°F (19°C) 5.3 in
July 73°F (23°C) 5.9 in
August 76°F (25°C) 6.2 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 7.4 in Wettest
October 60°F (15°C) 4.7 in
November 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.5 in

Watari has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 36°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.4") and January 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Watari

What is the population of Watari?

Watari has a population of 33,459 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 Watari expensive to live in?

Watari 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 Watari?

Watari 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 73°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Watari?

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

How are the schools in Watari?

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

How healthy is Watari?

The obesity rate in Watari 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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