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Kaminoyama, Japan

Yamagata · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kaminoyama is a mid-size city in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 35,593. Elevation: 581 ft (177 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
35,593 Population
581 ft Elevation 177 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
51.4 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

Population35,593
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 Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days243/yr
Elevation581 ft (177 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population35,593
Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Coordinates38.1539°, 140.2736°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamagata
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation51.4 inches (1,305 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.1 inches (33 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kaminoyama a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kaminoyama 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. Kaminoyama 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

Kaminoyama experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 243 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches, including 13.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kaminoyama has a population of 35,593. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

35,593
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kaminoyama vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kaminoyama vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kaminoyama 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: Kaminoyama 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 Kaminoyama, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Kaminoyama 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

Kaminoyama has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. The area enjoys 243 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days243 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall13.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Coordinates38.1539°N, 140.2736°W
TimezoneAsia/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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Yamagata 248,772 pop · 7.5 mi Yamanobe 13,725 pop · 9.5 mi Aratokō 12,890 pop · 10.0 mi Takahata 23,367 pop · 11.4 mi Nanyō 30,420 pop · 11.6 mi Nagasaki 10,746 pop · 11.9 mi Miyajuku 6,366 pop · 12.5 mi Nagai 31,026 pop · 13.4 mi Tendō 65,393 pop · 14.8 mi Seki 1,262 pop · 14.8 mi Sagae 43,544 pop · 15.1 mi Aterazawa 7,646 pop · 16.3 mi Komatsu 14,558 pop · 16.4 mi Matsubara 6,613 pop · 17.7 mi
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