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Furukuchi, Japan

Yamagata · 🇯🇵 Japan

Furukuchi is a small town in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 4,199. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,199 Population
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
67.0 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

Population4,199
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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain67.0 in/yr
Sunny Days214/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population4,199
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates38.7358°, 140.1383°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamagata
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation67.0 inches (1,702 mm)
Annual Snowfall21.4 inches (54 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Furukuchi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Furukuchi receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Furukuchi 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

Furukuchi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 214 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.0 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Furukuchi has a population of 4,199. 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

4,199
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Furukuchi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Furukuchi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Furukuchi 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: Furukuchi 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 Furukuchi, 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: Furukuchi 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

Furukuchi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 214 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 21.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 141 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days214 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.0 inches
76% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates38.7358°N, 140.1383°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 6.1 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 4.5 in
March 34°F (1°C) 3.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
May 56°F (13°C) 3.8 in Driest
June 64°F (18°C) 4.9 in
July 72°F (22°C) 6.7 in
August 74°F (24°C) 7.0 in Warmest, Wettest
September 66°F (19°C) 6.4 in
October 54°F (12°C) 5.7 in
November 44°F (7°C) 7.0 in
December 34°F (1°C) 6.9 in

Furukuchi has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 29°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 67.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.0") and May the driest (3.8").

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 Furukuchi

What is the population of Furukuchi?

Furukuchi has a population of 4,199 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 Furukuchi expensive to live in?

Furukuchi 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 Furukuchi?

Furukuchi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.0 inches, with 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Furukuchi?

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

How are the schools in Furukuchi?

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

How healthy is Furukuchi?

The obesity rate in Furukuchi 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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