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Kamaishi, Japan

Full City Profile

4.1 /5.0
A Great
43,107 Population 254/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Strong
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$26,100 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,000 home value, $320/mo rent

Kamaishi, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income
$26,100
65% below
Home Value
$64,000
77% below
Median Rent
$320/mo
72% below
Unemployment
2.5%
31% below
Avg Temperature
51°F
234 sunny days/yr

Is Kamaishi a Good Place to Live?

A
4.1 / 5.0 — Great
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Kamaishi residents earn a median household income of $26,100 , which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 1,379 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

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

Climate & Weather

Kamaishi has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population43,107
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density254/mi²
Foreign Born0.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,100
Per Capita
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,000
Rent$320
Ownership
Housing Units17,243

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
Sunny Days234/yr
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation82 ft