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Kanoya, Japan

Kagoshima · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kanoya is a large city in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 101,096. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
101,096 Population 584/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
96.2 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

Population101,096
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density584/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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain96.2 in/yr
Sunny Days172/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population101,096
Population Density584 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates31.3833°, 130.8500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKagoshima
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation96.2 inches (2,443 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kanoya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kanoya 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. Kanoya 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

Kanoya enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 172 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 96.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kanoya has a population of 101,096 with a density of 584 people per square mile, spread across 173.0 square miles. 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

101,096
Total Population
584
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
173.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kanoya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kanoya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kanoya 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: Kanoya 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 Kanoya, 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: Kanoya 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

Kanoya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 172 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 96.2 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 75 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days172 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall96.2 inches
153% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area173.0 sq mi (448.1 km²)
Population Density584/sq mi
Coordinates31.3833°N, 130.8500°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 3.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 46°F (8°C) 4.5 in
March 52°F (11°C) 6.2 in
April 60°F (16°C) 8.9 in
May 67°F (19°C) 10.3 in
June 73°F (23°C) 17.1 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 14.0 in
August 80°F (27°C) 10.8 in Warmest
September 76°F (24°C) 9.1 in
October 67°F (19°C) 5.4 in
November 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
December 47°F (9°C) 3.0 in

Kanoya has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 44°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 96.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (17.1") and January the driest (3.0").

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

Population Density584/sq mi
Total Area173.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kanoya

What is the population of Kanoya?

Kanoya has a population of 101,096 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 584 people per square mile, spread across 173.0 square miles. 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 Kanoya expensive to live in?

Kanoya 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 Kanoya?

Kanoya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 172 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 96.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kanoya?

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

How are the schools in Kanoya?

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

How healthy is Kanoya?

The obesity rate in Kanoya 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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