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Nagano, Japan

Nagano · 🇯🇵 Japan

Nagano is a large city in Nagano, Japan with a population of 372,760. Elevation: 1,220 ft (372 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
372,760 Population
1,220 ft Elevation 372 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
46.5 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

Population372,760
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)
Rain46.5 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population372,760
Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)
Coordinates36.6500°, 138.1833°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNagano
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation46.5 inches (1,181 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.9 inches (17 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Nagano a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nagano 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. Nagano 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

Nagano experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 252 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches, including 6.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Nagano has a population of 372,760. 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

372,760
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nagano vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nagano vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nagano 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: Nagano 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 Nagano, 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: Nagano 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

Nagano experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.9 inches of snow annually. 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 1,220 feet.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.5 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall6.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation1,220 ft (372 m)
Coordinates36.6500°N, 138.1833°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 29°F (-2°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in
March 36°F (2°C) 2.9 in
April 49°F (9°C) 3.1 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.7 in
June 66°F (19°C) 5.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 6.3 in Wettest
August 75°F (24°C) 4.8 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 6.3 in
October 55°F (13°C) 4.0 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.0 in Driest

Nagano has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 29°F in January to 75°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.3") and December the driest (2.0").

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 Nagano

What is the population of Nagano?

Nagano has a population of 372,760 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 Nagano expensive to live in?

Nagano 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 Nagano?

Nagano has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.5 inches, with 6.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Nagano?

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

How are the schools in Nagano?

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

How healthy is Nagano?

The obesity rate in Nagano 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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