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Kiso, Japan

Nagano · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kiso is a small city in Nagano, Japan with a population of 10,584. Elevation: 2,477 ft (755 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
10,584 Population
2,477 ft Elevation 755 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
65.1 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

Population10,584
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)
Rain65.1 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation2,477 ft (755 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population10,584
Elevation2,477 ft (755 m)
Coordinates35.8404°, 137.6903°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNagano
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Annual Precipitation65.1 inches (1,653 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.3 inches (26 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kiso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kiso 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. Kiso 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

Kiso 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 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.1 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kiso has a population of 10,584. 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

10,584
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kiso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kiso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kiso 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: Kiso 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 Kiso, 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: Kiso 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

Kiso experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.3 inches of snow annually. 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 2,477 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.1 inches
71% above US avg
Snowfall10.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation2,477 ft (755 m)
Coordinates35.8404°N, 137.6903°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.0 in Coldest
February 26°F (-4°C) 2.5 in
March 32°F (0°C) 4.1 in
April 44°F (7°C) 5.5 in
May 53°F (12°C) 5.8 in
June 60°F (16°C) 8.8 in
July 67°F (20°C) 8.8 in
August 69°F (21°C) 8.2 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 9.5 in Wettest
October 50°F (10°C) 5.2 in
November 40°F (5°C) 3.0 in
December 30°F (-1°C) 1.8 in Driest

Kiso has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F — from 25°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 65.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.5") and December the driest (1.8").

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 Kiso

What is the population of Kiso?

Kiso has a population of 10,584 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 Kiso expensive to live in?

Kiso 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 Kiso?

Kiso has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.1 inches, with 10.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kiso?

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

How are the schools in Kiso?

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

How healthy is Kiso?

The obesity rate in Kiso 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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