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Kuriyazawa, Japan

Yamagata · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kuriyazawa is a small city in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 7,203. Elevation: 459 ft (140 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
7,203 Population
459 ft Elevation 140 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
66.0 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

Population7,203
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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain66.0 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation459 ft (140 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population7,203
Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Coordinates38.9000°, 140.2500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamagata
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation66.0 inches (1,676 mm)
Annual Snowfall21.6 inches (55 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kuriyazawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kuriyazawa 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. Kuriyazawa 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

Kuriyazawa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.0 inches, including 21.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kuriyazawa has a population of 7,203. 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

7,203
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kuriyazawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kuriyazawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kuriyazawa 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: Kuriyazawa 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 Kuriyazawa, 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: Kuriyazawa 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

Kuriyazawa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 21.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 459 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall66.0 inches
74% above US avg
Snowfall21.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Coordinates38.9000°N, 140.2500°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 6.3 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 4.6 in
March 34°F (1°C) 3.8 in
April 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
May 56°F (14°C) 3.7 in Driest
June 64°F (18°C) 4.9 in
July 72°F (22°C) 6.4 in
August 75°F (24°C) 6.8 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 6.2 in
October 54°F (12°C) 5.5 in
November 43°F (6°C) 6.9 in
December 34°F (1°C) 6.9 in Wettest

Kuriyazawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 29°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.9") and May the driest (3.7").

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 Kuriyazawa

What is the population of Kuriyazawa?

Kuriyazawa has a population of 7,203 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 Kuriyazawa expensive to live in?

Kuriyazawa 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 Kuriyazawa?

Kuriyazawa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.0 inches, with 21.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kuriyazawa?

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

How are the schools in Kuriyazawa?

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

How healthy is Kuriyazawa?

The obesity rate in Kuriyazawa 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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