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Fujisawa, Japan

Kanagawa · 🇯🇵 Japan

Fujisawa is a large city in Kanagawa, Japan with a population of 439,728. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
439,728 Population 16,371/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 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

Population439,728
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density16,371/mi²
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
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population439,728
Population Density16,371 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates35.3493°, 139.4767°
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 Fujisawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fujisawa 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. Fujisawa 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

Fujisawa 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.

Fujisawa has a population of 439,728 with a density of 16,371 people per square mile, spread across 26.9 square miles. 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

439,728
Total Population
16,371
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
26.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fujisawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Fujisawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fujisawa 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: Fujisawa 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 Fujisawa, 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: Fujisawa 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

Fujisawa 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 39 feet, near sea level.

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

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area26.9 sq mi (69.6 km²)
Population Density16,371/sq mi
Coordinates35.3493°N, 139.4767°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.8 in
April 58°F (14°C) 5.4 in
May 65°F (18°C) 6.2 in
June 71°F (22°C) 8.5 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 6.5 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 7.3 in
September 74°F (23°C) 8.4 in
October 64°F (18°C) 7.4 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.9 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in Driest

Fujisawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 40°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 65.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.5") and December the driest (2.1").

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

Population Density16,371/sq mi
Total Area26.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Fujisawa

What is the population of Fujisawa?

Fujisawa has a population of 439,728 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 16,371 people per square mile, spread across 26.9 square miles. 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 Fujisawa expensive to live in?

Fujisawa 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 Fujisawa?

Fujisawa 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 Fujisawa?

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

How are the schools in Fujisawa?

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

How healthy is Fujisawa?

The obesity rate in Fujisawa 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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