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Kitakyushu, Japan

Fukuoka · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kitakyushu is a major city in Fukuoka, Japan with a population of 940,978. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
940,978 Population 4,997/sq mi density
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
67.8 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

Population940,978
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density4,997/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)
Rain67.8 in/yr
Sunny Days213/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population940,978
Population Density4,997 / sq mi
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates33.8518°, 130.8503°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukuoka
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation67.8 inches (1,721 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kitakyushu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kitakyushu 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. Kitakyushu 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

Kitakyushu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kitakyushu has a population of 940,978 with a density of 4,997 people per square mile, spread across 188.3 square miles. 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

940,978
Total Population
4,997
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
188.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kitakyushu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kitakyushu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kitakyushu 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: Kitakyushu 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 Kitakyushu, 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: Kitakyushu 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

Kitakyushu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.8 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 187 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days213 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall67.8 inches
78% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area188.3 sq mi (487.7 km²)
Population Density4,997/sq mi
Coordinates33.8518°N, 130.8503°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in
April 57°F (14°C) 6.2 in
May 65°F (18°C) 6.2 in
June 71°F (22°C) 10.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 11.2 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 5.5 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 7.8 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
December 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in Driest

Kitakyushu has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 42°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 67.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.2") and December the driest (2.5").

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

Population Density4,997/sq mi
Total Area188.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Kitakyushu

What is the population of Kitakyushu?

Kitakyushu has a population of 940,978 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 4,997 people per square mile, spread across 188.3 square miles. 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 Kitakyushu expensive to live in?

Kitakyushu 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 Kitakyushu?

Kitakyushu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kitakyushu?

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

How are the schools in Kitakyushu?

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

How healthy is Kitakyushu?

The obesity rate in Kitakyushu 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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