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Kawagoe, Japan

Saitama · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kawagoe is a large city in Saitama, Japan with a population of 354,571. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
354,571 Population 8,414/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
51.6 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

Population354,571
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density8,414/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)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population354,571
Population Density8,414 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates35.9086°, 139.4853°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceSaitama
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation51.6 inches (1,310 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kawagoe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kawagoe 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. Kawagoe 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

Kawagoe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kawagoe has a population of 354,571 with a density of 8,414 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

354,571
Total Population
8,414
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
42.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kawagoe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kawagoe vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Kawagoe 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

Kawagoe has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area42.1 sq mi (109.1 km²)
Population Density8,414/sq mi
Coordinates35.9086°N, 139.4853°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

Population Density8,414/sq mi
Total Area42.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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