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Nakami, Japan

Yamagata · 🇯🇵 Japan

Nakami is a small city in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 8,080. Elevation: 850 ft (259 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
8,080 Population
850 ft Elevation 259 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
57.8 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

Population8,080
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 Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation850 ft (259 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population8,080
Elevation850 ft (259 m)
Coordinates38.7972°, 140.5103°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamagata
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation57.8 inches (1,467 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.4 inches (39 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Nakami a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nakami 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. Nakami 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

Nakami experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches, including 15.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Nakami has a population of 8,080. 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

8,080
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nakami vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nakami vs U.S. Average

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

Health Metrics: Nakami 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

Nakami has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.8 inches. The area enjoys 231 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.8 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall15.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation850 ft (259 m)
Coordinates38.7972°N, 140.5103°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

Kaneyama 5,205 pop · 11.1 mi Shinjō 41,140 pop · 11.6 mi Funagata 5,101 pop · 12.7 mi Obanazawa 20,821 pop · 14.6 mi Sado 3,902 pop · 15.6 mi Ōishida 6,945 pop · 15.7 mi Kuriyazawa 7,203 pop · 15.7 mi Shimizu 3,028 pop · 16.7 mi Furukuchi 4,199 pop · 20.5 mi Murayama 22,516 pop · 23.2 mi Naka-niida 21,943 pop · 24.3 mi Shikama 6,698 pop · 25.4 mi Higashine 47,682 pop · 25.5 mi Yuzawa 44,346 pop · 25.5 mi
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