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Kumamachi, Japan

Fukushima · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kumamachi is a small town in Fukushima, Japan with a population of 847. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
847 Population
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
49.8 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

Population847
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population847
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates37.3845°, 141.0107°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukushima
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation49.8 inches (1,266 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kumamachi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kumamachi 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. Kumamachi 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

Kumamachi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kumamachi has a population of 847. 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

847
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kumamachi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kumamachi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kumamachi 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: Kumamachi 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 Kumamachi, 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: Kumamachi 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

Kumamachi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 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 69 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates37.3845°N, 141.0107°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.2 in
March 42°F (6°C) 3.2 in
April 51°F (11°C) 4.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 4.6 in
June 65°F (18°C) 5.9 in
July 71°F (22°C) 5.1 in
August 75°F (24°C) 5.3 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 7.3 in Wettest
October 60°F (16°C) 6.3 in
November 51°F (10°C) 2.9 in
December 42°F (6°C) 1.6 in

Kumamachi has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 38°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 49.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.3") and January the driest (1.3").

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 Kumamachi

What is the population of Kumamachi?

Kumamachi has a population of 847 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 Kumamachi expensive to live in?

Kumamachi 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 Kumamachi?

Kumamachi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kumamachi?

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

How are the schools in Kumamachi?

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

How healthy is Kumamachi?

The obesity rate in Kumamachi 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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