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Onuma, Japan

Yamanashi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Onuma is a small town in Yamanashi, Japan with a population of 4,041. Elevation: 2,365 ft (721 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,041 Population
2,365 ft Elevation 721 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°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

Population4,041
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain57.7 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation2,365 ft (721 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population4,041
Elevation2,365 ft (721 m)
Coordinates35.5167°, 138.8500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamanashi
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation57.7 inches (1,466 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.6 inches (9 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Onuma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Onuma 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. Onuma 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

Onuma experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 71°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.

Onuma has a population of 4,041. 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

4,041
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Onuma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Onuma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Onuma 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: Onuma 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 Onuma, 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: Onuma 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

Onuma experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.6 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 2,365 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.7 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation2,365 ft (721 m)
Coordinates35.5167°N, 138.8500°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 35°F (1°C) 2.1 in
March 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
April 51°F (10°C) 4.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 5.0 in
June 65°F (18°C) 7.3 in
July 71°F (22°C) 6.3 in
August 74°F (23°C) 8.9 in Warmest, Wettest
September 67°F (19°C) 8.6 in
October 56°F (14°C) 6.0 in
November 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Driest

Onuma has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 34°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 57.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.9") and December the driest (1.3").

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 Onuma

What is the population of Onuma?

Onuma has a population of 4,041 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 Onuma expensive to live in?

Onuma 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 Onuma?

Onuma has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.7 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Onuma?

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

How are the schools in Onuma?

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

How healthy is Onuma?

The obesity rate in Onuma 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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