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Karumai, Japan

Iwate · 🇯🇵 Japan

Karumai is a small city in Iwate, Japan with a population of 8,421. Elevation: 646 ft (197 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
8,421 Population
646 ft Elevation 197 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
48.8 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

Population8,421
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 Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days247/yr
Elevation646 ft (197 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population8,421
Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Coordinates40.3214°, 141.4583°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceIwate
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Annual Precipitation48.8 inches (1,240 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.9 inches (28 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Karumai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karumai 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. Karumai 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

Karumai experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches, including 10.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Karumai has a population of 8,421. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,421
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Karumai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Karumai vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Karumai 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

Karumai has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.8 inches. The area enjoys 247 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days247 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.8 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall10.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Coordinates40.3214°N, 141.4583°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

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