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Kariya, Japan

Hyōgo · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kariya is a mid-size city in Hyōgo, Japan with a population of 52,015. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
52,015 Population 1,062/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
55.4 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

Population52,015
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density1,062/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 Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain55.4 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population52,015
Population Density1,062 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates34.7514°, 134.3873°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHyōgo
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation55.4 inches (1,407 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kariya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kariya 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. Kariya 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

Kariya enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kariya has a population of 52,015 with a density of 1,062 people per square mile, spread across 49.0 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

52,015
Total Population
1,062
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
49.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kariya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kariya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kariya 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: Kariya 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 Kariya, 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: Kariya 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

Kariya enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 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 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.4 inches
46% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area49.0 sq mi (126.9 km²)
Population Density1,062/sq mi
Coordinates34.7514°N, 134.3873°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in
March 44°F (7°C) 3.6 in
April 55°F (13°C) 5.3 in
May 63°F (17°C) 5.6 in
June 70°F (21°C) 8.3 in
July 78°F (26°C) 7.2 in
August 80°F (27°C) 4.3 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 8.5 in Wettest
October 62°F (17°C) 4.3 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
December 43°F (6°C) 1.4 in Driest

Kariya has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 39°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 55.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.5") and December the driest (1.4").

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 Density1,062/sq mi
Total Area49.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kariya

What is the population of Kariya?

Kariya has a population of 52,015 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 1,062 people per square mile, spread across 49.0 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 Kariya expensive to live in?

Kariya 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 Kariya?

Kariya 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 78°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kariya?

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

How are the schools in Kariya?

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

How healthy is Kariya?

The obesity rate in Kariya 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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