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Kawaminami, Japan

Miyazaki · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kawaminami is a small city in Miyazaki, Japan with a population of 15,372. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
15,372 Population 441/sq mi density
121 ft Elevation 37 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
95.0 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

Population15,372
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density441/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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain95.0 in/yr
Sunny Days169/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population15,372
Population Density441 / sq mi
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates32.1833°, 131.5167°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceMiyazaki
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation95.0 inches (2,414 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kawaminami a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kawaminami 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. Kawaminami 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

Kawaminami enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 169 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 95.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kawaminami has a population of 15,372 with a density of 441 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

15,372
Total Population
441
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
34.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kawaminami vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kawaminami vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Kawaminami 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

Kawaminami has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 95.0 inches. The area enjoys 169 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.9°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days169 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall95.0 inches
150% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area34.9 sq mi (90.3 km²)
Population Density441/sq mi
Coordinates32.1833°N, 131.5167°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 Density441/sq mi
Total Area34.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Takajō 4,895 pop · 2.3 mi Takanabe 20,185 pop · 3.6 mi Tsunō 10,028 pop · 5.5 mi Shintomi 16,564 pop · 8.5 mi Tsuma 34,318 pop · 8.9 mi Saito 29,262 pop · 9.8 mi Honjō 18,398 pop · 17.5 mi Hyūga 60,037 pop · 18.1 mi Miyazaki 401,339 pop · 19.3 mi Aya 7,023 pop · 20.1 mi Ko-bae 4,826 pop · 21.1 mi Kadogawa 17,526 pop · 21.5 mi Tsukabaru 1,486 pop · 25.4 mi Shība 2,503 pop · 28.7 mi
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