Exploring Akita's Real Estate: Trends and Insights for Smart Investments
Akita Prefecture is renowned for its scenic landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and resilient local community. Despite demographic challenges such as an aging population and a slight decline in overall numbers (-1.59%), the region maintains a stable and attractive real estate environment. Urban centers like Akita City, alongside smaller towns like Noshiro and Odate, offer a diverse property landscape. With a high proportion of home ownership (77.3%) and solid employment rates (95.9%), Akita presents unique opportunities for investors and homebuyers looking to blend traditional charm with modern amenities.
Ratio of population of foreigners (per 100,000 persons)
380.5
Aging index
417.4
Rate of population change
-1.59%
Yearly average of air temperature
12.6
Yearly average of relative humidity
75%
Yearly clear days
10
Number of elementary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
5.47
Number of lower secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
3.4
Number of upper secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
1.61
Percentage of persons employed
95.9%
Unemployment rate (Both sexes)
4.1%
Percentage of owned houses
77.3%
Number of retail stores (per 1,000 persons)
9.31
Number of eating and drinking places (per 1,000 persons)
4.14
Number of department stores and general merchandise stores (per 100,000 persons)
1.16
Number of traffic accidents (per 100,000 persons)
124.4
Number of recognitions of criminal offenses (per 1,000 persons)
2.1
Amount of damage by disasters (per capita)(30 years average)
￥14794
Areas in Akita
| Area | Median Price per m² | Growth over last 5 years |
|---|---|---|
| Akita City | ￥130,232 | -8.8% |
| Daisen City | ￥51,428 | -33.3% |
| Yokote City | ￥50,151 | 25.4% |
| Katagami City | ￥47,065 | -45.9% |
| Yurihonjo City | ￥41,379 | -40.2% |
| Odate City | ￥23,809 | -70.2% |
| Noshiro City | ￥18,148 | -66.0% |
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