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Kita-Akita, Japan

Akita · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kita-Akita is a mid-size city in Akita, Japan with a population of 31,504. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
31,504 Population
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
57.5 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

Population31,504
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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population31,504
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates40.1996°, 140.3939°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceAkita
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation57.5 inches (1,461 mm)
Annual Snowfall17.5 inches (44 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kita-Akita a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kita-Akita 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. Kita-Akita 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

Kita-Akita experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches, including 17.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kita-Akita has a population of 31,504. 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

31,504
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kita-Akita vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kita-Akita vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kita-Akita 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: Kita-Akita 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 Kita-Akita, 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: Kita-Akita 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

Kita-Akita experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 82 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall17.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates40.1996°N, 140.3939°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 3.8 in
March 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in Driest
April 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
June 65°F (18°C) 4.2 in
July 72°F (22°C) 6.1 in
August 76°F (24°C) 5.9 in Warmest
September 67°F (19°C) 6.4 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in
November 44°F (7°C) 5.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 5.5 in

Kita-Akita has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 29°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 57.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.4") and March the driest (3.5").

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 Kita-Akita

What is the population of Kita-Akita?

Kita-Akita has a population of 31,504 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 Kita-Akita expensive to live in?

Kita-Akita 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 Kita-Akita?

Kita-Akita has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.5 inches, with 17.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kita-Akita?

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

How are the schools in Kita-Akita?

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

How healthy is Kita-Akita?

The obesity rate in Kita-Akita 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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