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Kakuda, Japan

Miyagi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kakuda is a mid-size city in Miyagi, Japan with a population of 33,221. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
33,221 Population 583/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
47.8 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

Population33,221
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density583/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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population33,221
Population Density583 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates37.9745°, 140.7720°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceMiyagi
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation47.8 inches (1,214 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kakuda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kakuda 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. Kakuda 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

Kakuda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kakuda has a population of 33,221 with a density of 583 people per square mile, spread across 57.0 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

33,221
Total Population
583
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
57.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kakuda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kakuda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kakuda 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: Kakuda 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 Kakuda, 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: Kakuda 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

Kakuda experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 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

34°F Jan (1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area57.0 sq mi (147.5 km²)
Population Density583/sq mi
Coordinates37.9745°N, 140.7720°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 34°F (1°C) 2.0 in
March 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.8 in
June 65°F (18°C) 5.5 in
July 72°F (22°C) 6.1 in
August 75°F (24°C) 6.4 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 7.1 in Wettest
October 58°F (14°C) 4.9 in
November 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
December 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in

Kakuda has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 34°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (1.5").

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 Density583/sq mi
Total Area57.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kakuda

What is the population of Kakuda?

Kakuda has a population of 33,221 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 583 people per square mile, spread across 57.0 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 Kakuda expensive to live in?

Kakuda 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 Kakuda?

Kakuda has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.8 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kakuda?

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

How are the schools in Kakuda?

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

How healthy is Kakuda?

The obesity rate in Kakuda 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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