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

Population5,294

Median Age49.1 yrs

Density13/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 Temp38°F (3°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain45.0 in/yr

Sunny Days254/yr

Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.0%

Population	5,294
Population Density	13 / sq mi
Elevation	1,089 ft (332 m)
Coordinates	43.8400°, 142.7711°
Timezone	Asia/Tokyo
Country	🇯🇵 Japan
State / Province	Hokkaido
Average Temperature	38°F (3°C)
January Average	13°F (-11°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	45.0 inches (1,142 mm)
Annual Snowfall	17.4 inches (44 cm)
Median Age	49.1 years

Is Kamikawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kamikawa 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. Kamikawa 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

Kamikawa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 17.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kamikawa has a population of 5,294 with a density of 13 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,294

Total Population

People / sq mi

49.1yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

405.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kamikawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Kamikawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kamikawa is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Kamikawa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	32% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.2%
	90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kamikawa, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Kamikawa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	5.5%
	83% below US avg
Diabetes	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.9%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	6.3%
Depression	14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.0%

Food & Exercise

Kamikawa has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. The area enjoys 254 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	38.1°F
	29% below US avg
January Average	13°F (-11°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	45.0 inches
	18% above US avg
Snowfall	17.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	87.4%

Geography

Elevation	1,089 ft (332 m)
Area	405.2 sq mi (1,049.5 km²)
Population Density	13/sq mi
Coordinates	43.8400°N, 142.7711°W
Timezone	Asia/Tokyo

29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density	13/sq mi
Total Area	405.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Kamikawa, Japan

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Is Kamikawa a Good Place to Live?

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Kamikawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Kamikawa vs U.S. Average

Income: Kamikawa vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Kamikawa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

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