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Kamiatsuma, Japan

Hokkaido · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kamiatsuma is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 4,432. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
4,432 Population
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
44.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$33,836 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$33,836 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$600/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $33,836
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.2%
13% lower than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% 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

Population4,432
Median Age49.1 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$33,836
Per Capita$33,836
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty1.2%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity5.5%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking14.9%
Depression14.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population4,432
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates42.6440°, 141.8474°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation44.2 inches (1,122 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.4 inches (21 cm)
Median Household Income$33,836
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kamiatsuma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kamiatsuma receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Kamiatsuma offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kamiatsuma is $33,836, 55% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

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

Kamiatsuma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 256 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kamiatsuma has a population of 4,432. 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

4,432
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kamiatsuma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kamiatsuma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kamiatsuma is $33,836, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. 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: Kamiatsuma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,836
55% below US avg
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

Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.2%

Property Tax

In Kamiatsuma, 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: Kamiatsuma 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

Kamiatsuma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. The area receives 8.4 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 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall8.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates42.6440°N, 141.8474°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 21°F (-6°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 23°F (-5°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 30°F (-1°C) 2.2 in
April 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
July 65°F (18°C) 5.3 in
August 68°F (20°C) 6.3 in Warmest, Wettest
September 62°F (16°C) 6.0 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.4 in
November 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.4 in

Kamiatsuma has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 21°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.3") 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 Kamiatsuma

What is the population of Kamiatsuma?

Kamiatsuma has a population of 4,432 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 Kamiatsuma expensive to live in?

Kamiatsuma is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 65.1 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $33,836, 55% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

What is the weather like in Kamiatsuma?

Kamiatsuma has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.2 inches, with 8.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kamiatsuma?

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

How much does housing cost in Kamiatsuma?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $600.

How are the schools in Kamiatsuma?

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

How healthy is Kamiatsuma?

The obesity rate in Kamiatsuma 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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