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Matsushima, Japan

Miyagi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Matsushima is a small city in Miyagi, Japan with a population of 16,363. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
16,363 Population 791/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.1 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

Population16,363
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density791/mi²
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 Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain45.1 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population16,363
Population Density791 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates38.3736°, 141.0611°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceMiyagi
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation45.1 inches (1,145 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Matsushima a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Matsushima 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. Matsushima 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

Matsushima experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Matsushima has a population of 16,363 with a density of 791 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

16,363
Total Population
791
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
20.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Matsushima vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Matsushima vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Matsushima is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Matsushima 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 Matsushima, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Matsushima 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

Matsushima has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.1 inches. The area enjoys 254 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.1 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area20.7 sq mi (53.6 km²)
Population Density791/sq mi
Coordinates38.3736°N, 141.0611°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.2%
13% below US avg
High School+99.0%
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density791/sq mi
Total Area20.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Shiogama 52,662 pop · 4.2 mi Satohata 7,813 pop · 4.6 mi Rifu 36,014 pop · 5.4 mi Tagajō-shi 62,827 pop · 6.1 mi Shōbudahama 18,132 pop · 6.2 mi Higashimatsushima 39,098 pop · 6.8 mi Yamoto 32,028 pop · 9.1 mi Tomiya 52,433 pop · 9.6 mi Yoshioka 28,786 pop · 11.0 mi Kogota-ekimae 23,994 pop · 11.0 mi Kogota 19,760 pop · 12.2 mi Ōhira 5,918 pop · 12.3 mi Wakuya 15,763 pop · 12.5 mi Sendai 1,096,704 pop · 12.9 mi
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