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Nagato, Japan

Yamaguchi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Nagato is a mid-size city in Yamaguchi, Japan with a population of 32,519. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
32,519 Population 235/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
69.7 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

Population32,519
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density235/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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain69.7 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population32,519
Population Density235 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates34.3833°, 131.2000°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamaguchi
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation69.7 inches (1,771 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Nagato a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nagato 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. Nagato 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

Nagato enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Nagato has a population of 32,519 with a density of 235 people per square mile, spread across 138.2 square miles. 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

32,519
Total Population
235
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
138.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nagato vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nagato vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nagato 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: Nagato 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 Nagato, 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: Nagato 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

Nagato enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.7 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

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.7 inches
83% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area138.2 sq mi (357.9 km²)
Population Density235/sq mi
Coordinates34.3833°N, 131.2000°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in Coldest
February 42°F (5°C) 3.5 in
March 46°F (8°C) 5.0 in
April 55°F (13°C) 6.8 in
May 63°F (17°C) 6.5 in
June 70°F (21°C) 10.8 in
July 78°F (25°C) 11.1 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 5.6 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 7.4 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in Driest

Nagato has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 41°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 69.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.1") and December the driest (2.6").

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

Population Density235/sq mi
Total Area138.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nagato

What is the population of Nagato?

Nagato has a population of 32,519 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 235 people per square mile, spread across 138.2 square miles. 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 Nagato expensive to live in?

Nagato 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 Nagato?

Nagato enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Nagato?

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

How are the schools in Nagato?

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

How healthy is Nagato?

The obesity rate in Nagato 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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