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Kasugai, Japan

Aichi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kasugai is a large city in Aichi, Japan with a population of 308,681. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
308,681 Population
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
77.7 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

Population308,681
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 Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain77.7 in/yr
Sunny Days195/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population308,681
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates35.2476°, 136.9723°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceAichi
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation77.7 inches (1,974 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kasugai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kasugai 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. Kasugai 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

Kasugai enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 195 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 77.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kasugai has a population of 308,681. 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

308,681
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kasugai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kasugai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kasugai 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: Kasugai 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 Kasugai, 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: Kasugai 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

Kasugai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 195 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 77.7 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 98 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days195 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall77.7 inches
105% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates35.2476°N, 136.9723°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in
March 47°F (8°C) 5.3 in
April 57°F (14°C) 7.6 in
May 66°F (19°C) 7.6 in
June 72°F (22°C) 11.0 in
July 79°F (26°C) 11.0 in Wettest
August 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in Warmest
September 74°F (24°C) 10.1 in
October 64°F (18°C) 5.7 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.7 in
December 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in Driest

Kasugai has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 40°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 77.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.0") and December the driest (2.2").

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 Kasugai

What is the population of Kasugai?

Kasugai has a population of 308,681 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 Kasugai expensive to live in?

Kasugai 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 Kasugai?

Kasugai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kasugai?

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

How are the schools in Kasugai?

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

How healthy is Kasugai?

The obesity rate in Kasugai 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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