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

Population3,279

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 Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain70.4 in/yr

Sunny Days208/yr

Elevation2,602 ft (793 m)

Education

Bachelor's+29.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband87.0%

Population	3,279
Elevation	2,602 ft (793 m)
Coordinates	34.2129°, 135.6224°
Timezone	Asia/Tokyo
Country	🇯🇵 Japan
State / Province	Wakayama
Average Temperature	56°F (13°C)
January Average	36°F (2°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation	70.4 inches (1,787 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	49.1 years

Is Kōya a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kōya 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. Kōya 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

Kōya enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kōya has a population of 3,279. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,279

Total Population

49.1yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kōya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Kōya vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kōya 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: Kōya vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$33,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	32% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.2%
	90% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	65.10 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Kōya, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Kōya vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	5.5%
	83% below US avg
Diabetes	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	31.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.9%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	6.3%
Depression	14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.0%

Food & Exercise

Kōya has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 70.4 inches. The area enjoys 208 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	55.5°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	36°F (2°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	208 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	70.4 inches
	85% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	87.4%

Geography

Elevation	2,602 ft (793 m)
Coordinates	34.2129°N, 135.6224°W
Timezone	Asia/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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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Is Kōya a Good Place to Live?

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Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Kōya vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Kōya vs U.S. Average

Income: Kōya vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Health Metrics: Kōya vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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