Kagoshima, Japan

Full City Profile

4.1 /5.0

A Great

595,049 Population 2,817/sq mi density

20 ft Elevation 6 meters

62°F Avg Temperature 17°C

Overall

4.1 / 5.0

Strong

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$26,600 median income, 2.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$64,000 home value, $320/mo rent

Kagoshima, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income

$26,600

65% below

Home Value

$64,000

77% below

Median Rent

$320/mo

72% below

Unemployment

2.6%

28% below

Avg Temperature

62°F

178 sunny days/yr

Is Kagoshima a Good Place to Live?

4.1 / 5.0 — Great

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Kagoshima residents earn a median household income of $26,600 , which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 555 business establishments, including 202 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Kagoshima is $64,000 , 77% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $320/month.

Climate & Weather

Kagoshima has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 178 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 92.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population595,049

Median Age50.0 yrs

Density2,817/mi²

Foreign Born0.6%

Economy

Median Income$26,600

Per Capita

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$64,000

Rent$320

Ownership

Housing Units238,020

Climate

Avg Temp62°F

Sunny Days178/yr

Rain92.7 in/yr

Elevation20 ft

Did You Know?

Kagoshima was founded in 1889.

There are 202 restaurants in the area.