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Aterazawa, Japan

Yamagata · 🇯🇵 Japan

Aterazawa is a small city in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 7,646. Elevation: 371 ft (113 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
7,646 Population
371 ft Elevation 113 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
55.2 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

Population7,646
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation371 ft (113 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population7,646
Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Coordinates38.3843°, 140.2119°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamagata
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation55.2 inches (1,402 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.2 inches (33 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Aterazawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aterazawa 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. Aterazawa 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

Aterazawa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches, including 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Aterazawa has a population of 7,646. 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

7,646
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Aterazawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Aterazawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aterazawa 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: Aterazawa 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 Aterazawa, 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: Aterazawa 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

Aterazawa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.2 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 371 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.2 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall13.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation371 ft (113 m)
Coordinates38.3843°N, 140.2119°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 3.6 in
March 36°F (2°C) 3.3 in Driest
April 48°F (9°C) 3.4 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 4.6 in
July 73°F (23°C) 6.1 in
August 76°F (24°C) 6.2 in Warmest, Wettest
September 67°F (20°C) 5.8 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.5 in
November 45°F (7°C) 4.8 in
December 35°F (2°C) 4.8 in

Aterazawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 29°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.2") and March the driest (3.3").

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 Aterazawa

What is the population of Aterazawa?

Aterazawa has a population of 7,646 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 Aterazawa expensive to live in?

Aterazawa 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 Aterazawa?

Aterazawa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.2 inches, with 13.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Aterazawa?

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

How are the schools in Aterazawa?

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

How healthy is Aterazawa?

The obesity rate in Aterazawa 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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