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Nakasato, Japan

Aomori · 🇯🇵 Japan

Nakasato is a small city in Aomori, Japan with a population of 9,657. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
9,657 Population 165/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
50.9 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

Population9,657
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density165/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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population9,657
Population Density165 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates40.9695°, 140.4386°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceAomori
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation50.9 inches (1,293 mm)
Annual Snowfall15.8 inches (40 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Nakasato a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nakasato 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. Nakasato 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

Nakasato experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Nakasato has a population of 9,657 with a density of 165 people per square mile, spread across 58.5 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

9,657
Total Population
165
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
58.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Nakasato vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Nakasato vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nakasato 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: Nakasato 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 Nakasato, 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: Nakasato 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

Nakasato experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 15.8 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 62 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area58.5 sq mi (151.6 km²)
Population Density165/sq mi
Coordinates40.9695°N, 140.4386°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 3.5 in
March 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.0 in Driest
May 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.5 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.8 in
August 73°F (23°C) 5.4 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 6.0 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 4.6 in
November 43°F (6°C) 4.7 in
December 32°F (0°C) 4.7 in

Nakasato has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 27°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.0") and April the driest (3.0").

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

Population Density165/sq mi
Total Area58.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Nakasato

What is the population of Nakasato?

Nakasato has a population of 9,657 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 165 people per square mile, spread across 58.5 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 Nakasato expensive to live in?

Nakasato 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 Nakasato?

Nakasato has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches, with 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Nakasato?

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

How are the schools in Nakasato?

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

How healthy is Nakasato?

The obesity rate in Nakasato 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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