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Akaiwa, Japan

Gunma · 🇯🇵 Japan

Akaiwa is a small city in Gunma, Japan with a population of 10,861. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
10,861 Population
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
51.6 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

Population10,861
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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population10,861
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates36.2074°, 139.4395°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceGunma
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation51.6 inches (1,310 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Akaiwa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Akaiwa 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. Akaiwa 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

Akaiwa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Akaiwa has a population of 10,861. 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

10,861
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Akaiwa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Akaiwa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Akaiwa 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: Akaiwa 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 Akaiwa, 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: Akaiwa 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

Akaiwa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 293 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 51.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.4 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 89 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates36.2074°N, 139.4395°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 40°F (4°C) 2.0 in
March 45°F (7°C) 2.7 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in
June 70°F (21°C) 6.5 in
July 84°F (29°C) 5.6 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 6.2 in
September 72°F (22°C) 7.3 in Wettest
October 62°F (16°C) 5.2 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
December 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in

Akaiwa has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 39°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.3") 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 Akaiwa

What is the population of Akaiwa?

Akaiwa has a population of 10,861 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 Akaiwa expensive to live in?

Akaiwa 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 Akaiwa?

Akaiwa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 51.6 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Akaiwa?

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

How are the schools in Akaiwa?

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

How healthy is Akaiwa?

The obesity rate in Akaiwa 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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