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Minami-Alps, Japan

Yamanashi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Minami-Alps is a mid-size city in Yamanashi, Japan with a population of 71,618. Elevation: 978 ft (298 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
71,618 Population
978 ft Elevation 298 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
57.7 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

Population71,618
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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation978 ft (298 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population71,618
Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Coordinates35.6160°, 138.4634°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamanashi
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation57.7 inches (1,465 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.7 inches (9 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Minami-Alps a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minami-Alps 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. Minami-Alps 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

Minami-Alps experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Minami-Alps has a population of 71,618. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

71,618
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Minami-Alps vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Minami-Alps vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minami-Alps 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: Minami-Alps 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 Minami-Alps, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Minami-Alps 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

Minami-Alps has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.7 inches. The area enjoys 231 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.7 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall3.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation978 ft (298 m)
Coordinates35.6160°N, 138.4634°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Minamiarupusu 69,459 pop · 0.5 mi Chūō 31,216 pop · 2.7 mi Ryūō 43,180 pop · 3.1 mi Ichikawadaimon 14,700 pop · 4.0 mi Shōwa 20,909 pop · 4.1 mi Kajikazawa 14,219 pop · 4.6 mi Kai 75,313 pop · 5.4 mi Nirasaki 29,483 pop · 5.9 mi Kofu 189,591 pop · 6.8 mi Isawa 29,616 pop · 9.8 mi Fuefuki 69,463 pop · 9.9 mi Iitomi 10,663 pop · 12.7 mi Hayakawa 1,098 pop · 13.1 mi Yamanashi 33,435 pop · 13.7 mi
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