Kumamoto, Japan

Full City Profile

4.1 /5.0

A Great

738,907 Population 4,913/sq mi density

30 ft Elevation 9 meters

62°F Avg Temperature 16°C

Overall

4.1 / 5.0

Strong

Economy

3.2 / 5.0

$28,200 median income, 2.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$70,000 home value, $350/mo rent

Kumamoto, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income

$28,200

62% below

Home Value

$70,000

75% below

Median Rent

$350/mo

70% below

Unemployment

2.5%

31% below

Avg Temperature

62°F

203 sunny days/yr

Is Kumamoto a Good Place to Live?

4.1 / 5.0 — Great

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Kumamoto residents earn a median household income of $28,200 , which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 293 business establishments, including 137 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Kumamoto is $70,000 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $350/month.

Climate & Weather

Kumamoto has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 78.1 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population738,907

Median Age49.0 yrs

Density4,913/mi²

Foreign Born0.9%

Economy

Median Income$28,200

Per Capita

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$70,000

Rent$350

Ownership

Housing Units295,563

Climate

Avg Temp62°F

Sunny Days203/yr

Rain78.1 in/yr

Elevation30 ft

Did You Know?

Kumamoto was founded in 1889.

There are 137 restaurants in the area.