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Kurono, Japan

Gifu · 🇯🇵 Japan

Kurono is a small city in Gifu, Japan with a population of 22,041. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
22,041 Population
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
77.2 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

Population22,041
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 Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain77.2 in/yr
Sunny Days196/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population22,041
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates35.4667°, 136.6333°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceGifu
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation77.2 inches (1,962 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Kurono a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kurono 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. Kurono 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

Kurono enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 196 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 77.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Kurono has a population of 22,041. 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

22,041
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Kurono vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Kurono vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kurono 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: Kurono 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 Kurono, 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: Kurono 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

Kurono enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 196 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 77.2 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 (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days196 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall77.2 inches
103% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates35.4667°N, 136.6333°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 3.7 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 4.0 in
March 45°F (7°C) 5.4 in
April 55°F (13°C) 7.1 in
May 64°F (18°C) 7.1 in
June 71°F (22°C) 10.5 in
July 78°F (25°C) 10.6 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 6.6 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 9.6 in
October 62°F (17°C) 5.4 in
November 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in Driest

Kurono has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 38°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 77.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (10.6") and December the driest (3.3").

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 Kurono

What is the population of Kurono?

Kurono has a population of 22,041 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 Kurono expensive to live in?

Kurono 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 Kurono?

Kurono enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 77.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Kurono?

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

How are the schools in Kurono?

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

How healthy is Kurono?

The obesity rate in Kurono 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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