Karuizawa, Japan

Full City Profile

4.2 /5.0

A Great

20,023 Population 366/sq mi density

3,123 ft Elevation 952 meters

46°F Avg Temperature 8°C

Overall

4.2 / 5.0

Strong

Economy

3.3 / 5.0

$30,100 median income, 2.1% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$76,000 home value, $380/mo rent

Karuizawa, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income

$30,100

60% below

Home Value

$76,000

73% below

Median Rent

$380/mo

67% below

Unemployment

2.1%

42% below

Avg Temperature

46°F

232 sunny days/yr

Is Karuizawa a Good Place to Live?

4.2 / 5.0 — Great

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Karuizawa residents earn a median household income of $30,100 , which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 641 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Karuizawa is $76,000 , 73% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $380/month.

Climate & Weather

Karuizawa has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population20,023

Median Age50.0 yrs

Density366/mi²

Foreign Born1.5%

Economy

Median Income$30,100

Per Capita

Unemployment2.1%

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$76,000

Rent$380

Ownership

Housing Units8,009

Climate

Avg Temp46°F

Sunny Days232/yr

Rain57.1 in/yr

Elevation3,123 ft