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Kami-furano, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kami-furano is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 10,348. Elevation: 696 ft (212 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
10,348 Population
696 ft Elevation 212 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 6°C
39.4 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

Population10,348
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 Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population10,348
Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Coordinates43.4556°, 142.4686°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature42°F (6°C)
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation39.4 inches (1,001 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.3 inches (31 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kami-furano a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kami-furano 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. Kami-furano 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

Kami-furano has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kami-furano has a population of 10,348. 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

10,348
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kami-furano vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kami-furano vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kami-furano 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: Kami-furano 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 Kami-furano, 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: Kami-furano 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

Kami-furano has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 264 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 39.4 inches. The area receives 12.3 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 696 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Coordinates43.4556°N, 142.4686°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 2.3 in Coldest
February 17°F (-8°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 1.9 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
July 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in
August 68°F (20°C) 5.2 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 5.5 in Wettest
October 47°F (8°C) 4.3 in
November 35°F (1°C) 3.6 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 2.8 in

Kami-furano has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 16°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (1.7").

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 Kami-furano

What is the population of Kami-furano?

Kami-furano has a population of 10,348 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 Kami-furano expensive to live in?

Kami-furano 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 Kami-furano?

Kami-furano has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.4 inches, with 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kami-furano?

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

How are the schools in Kami-furano?

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

How healthy is Kami-furano?

The obesity rate in Kami-furano 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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