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Kamitosa, Japan

Nara · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kamitosa is a small city in Nara, Japan with a population of 6,729. Elevation: 436 ft (133 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
6,729 Population
436 ft Elevation 133 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
63.8 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

Population6,729
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 Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain63.8 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation436 ft (133 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population6,729
Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Coordinates34.4451°, 135.8013°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNara
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation63.8 inches (1,620 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kamitosa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kamitosa receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Kamitosa 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

Kamitosa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kamitosa has a population of 6,729. 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

6,729
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kamitosa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kamitosa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kamitosa 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: Kamitosa 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 Kamitosa, 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: Kamitosa 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

Kamitosa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 63.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 436 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall63.8 inches
68% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Coordinates34.4451°N, 135.8013°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.5 in
March 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in
April 55°F (13°C) 6.1 in
May 63°F (17°C) 6.5 in
June 70°F (21°C) 9.7 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 7.7 in
August 79°F (26°C) 5.9 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 8.6 in
October 62°F (17°C) 5.5 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
December 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in Driest

Kamitosa has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 39°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 63.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.7") and December 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 Kamitosa

What is the population of Kamitosa?

Kamitosa has a population of 6,729 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 Kamitosa expensive to live in?

Kamitosa 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 Kamitosa?

Kamitosa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 63.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kamitosa?

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

How are the schools in Kamitosa?

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

How healthy is Kamitosa?

The obesity rate in Kamitosa 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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