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Matsubase, Japan

Kumamoto · 🇯🇵 Japan

Matsubase is a small city in Kumamoto, Japan with a population of 26,163. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
26,163 Population
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
87.6 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

Population26,163
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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain87.6 in/yr
Sunny Days191/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population26,163
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates32.6500°, 130.6667°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKumamoto
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation87.6 inches (2,225 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Matsubase a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Matsubase 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. Matsubase 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

Matsubase enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 191 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 87.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Matsubase has a population of 26,163. 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

26,163
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Matsubase vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Matsubase vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Matsubase 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: Matsubase 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 Matsubase, 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: Matsubase 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

Matsubase enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 191 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 87.6 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 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days191 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall87.6 inches
131% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates32.6500°N, 130.6667°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in
March 47°F (9°C) 5.8 in
April 57°F (14°C) 7.4 in
May 64°F (18°C) 8.9 in
June 71°F (21°C) 16.5 in Wettest
July 78°F (25°C) 16.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 8.5 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 7.7 in
October 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
December 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in Driest

Matsubase has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 39°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 87.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (16.5") and December the driest (2.4").

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 Matsubase

What is the population of Matsubase?

Matsubase has a population of 26,163 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 Matsubase expensive to live in?

Matsubase 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 Matsubase?

Matsubase enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 191 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 87.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Matsubase?

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

How are the schools in Matsubase?

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

How healthy is Matsubase?

The obesity rate in Matsubase 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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