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Bunkyo, Japan

Kanagawa · 🇯🇵 Japan

Bunkyo is a large city in Kanagawa, Japan with a population of 240,069. Elevation: 325 ft (99 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
240,069 Population
325 ft Elevation 99 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
59.7 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

Population240,069
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)
Rain59.7 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation325 ft (99 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population240,069
Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Coordinates35.5331°, 139.4217°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKanagawa
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation59.7 inches (1,517 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.5 inches (6 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Bunkyo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bunkyo 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. Bunkyo 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

Bunkyo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 288 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 59.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bunkyo has a population of 240,069. 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

240,069
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bunkyo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Bunkyo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bunkyo 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: Bunkyo 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 Bunkyo, 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: Bunkyo 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

Bunkyo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 288 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 59.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.5 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 325 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.0°F
15% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall59.7 inches
57% above US avg
Snowfall2.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Coordinates35.5331°N, 139.4217°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
March 46°F (8°C) 4.0 in
April 57°F (14°C) 4.7 in
May 64°F (18°C) 5.8 in
June 70°F (21°C) 8.0 in
July 81°F (27°C) 6.2 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 7.6 in
September 73°F (23°C) 8.2 in Wettest
October 63°F (17°C) 7.2 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
December 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in

Bunkyo has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 40°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (1.9").

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 Bunkyo

What is the population of Bunkyo?

Bunkyo has a population of 240,069 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 Bunkyo expensive to live in?

Bunkyo 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 Bunkyo?

Bunkyo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.7 inches, with 2.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Bunkyo?

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

How are the schools in Bunkyo?

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

How healthy is Bunkyo?

The obesity rate in Bunkyo 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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