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Komatsu, Japan

Ishikawa · 🇯🇵 Japan

Komatsu is a large city in Ishikawa, Japan with a population of 108,509. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
108,509 Population 757/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
84.3 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

Population108,509
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density757/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 Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain84.3 in/yr
Sunny Days183/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population108,509
Population Density757 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates36.4026°, 136.4509°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceIshikawa
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation84.3 inches (2,141 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Komatsu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Komatsu 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. Komatsu 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

Komatsu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 183 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 84.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Komatsu has a population of 108,509 with a density of 757 people per square mile, spread across 143.3 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

108,509
Total Population
757
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
143.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Komatsu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Komatsu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Komatsu 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: Komatsu 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 Komatsu, 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: Komatsu 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

Komatsu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 183 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 84.3 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 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days183 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall84.3 inches
122% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area143.3 sq mi (371.0 km²)
Population Density757/sq mi
Coordinates36.4026°N, 136.4509°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 8.5 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 6.0 in
March 43°F (6°C) 5.6 in
April 54°F (12°C) 5.5 in Driest
May 62°F (17°C) 5.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 7.8 in
July 77°F (25°C) 8.4 in
August 80°F (26°C) 5.6 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 9.2 in Wettest
October 61°F (16°C) 6.2 in
November 52°F (11°C) 7.4 in
December 43°F (6°C) 8.5 in

Komatsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 38°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 84.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.2") and April the driest (5.5").

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 Density757/sq mi
Total Area143.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Komatsu

What is the population of Komatsu?

Komatsu has a population of 108,509 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 757 people per square mile, spread across 143.3 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 Komatsu expensive to live in?

Komatsu 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 Komatsu?

Komatsu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 183 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 84.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Komatsu?

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

How are the schools in Komatsu?

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

How healthy is Komatsu?

The obesity rate in Komatsu 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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