Saitama, Japan

Full City Profile

4.2 /5.0

A Great

1,324,854 Population 13,944/sq mi density

52 ft Elevation 16 meters

62°F Avg Temperature 17°C

Overall

4.2 / 5.0

Strong

Economy

3.3 / 5.0

$36,200 median income, 2.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$106,000 home value, $530/mo rent

Saitama, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income

$36,200

52% below

Home Value

$106,000

62% below

Median Rent

$530/mo

54% below

Unemployment

2.5%

31% below

Avg Temperature

62°F

293 sunny days/yr

Is Saitama a Good Place to Live?

4.2 / 5.0 — Great

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Saitama residents earn a median household income of $36,200 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 1,011 business establishments, including 458 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Saitama is $106,000 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $530/month.

Climate & Weather

Saitama has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,324,854

Median Age47.0 yrs

Density13,944/mi²

Foreign Born2.6%

Economy

Median Income$36,200

Per Capita

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$106,000

Rent$530

Ownership

Housing Units529,942

Climate

Avg Temp62°F

Sunny Days293/yr

Rain51.6 in/yr

Elevation52 ft

Did You Know?

There are 458 restaurants in the area.