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Sanjō, Japan

Niigata · 🇯🇵 Japan

Sanjō is a mid-size city in Niigata, Japan with a population of 94,642. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
94,642 Population 567/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
88.0 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

Population94,642
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density567/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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain88.0 in/yr
Sunny Days178/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population94,642
Population Density567 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates37.6167°, 138.9500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNiigata
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation88.0 inches (2,234 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.3 inches (49 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Sanjō a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sanjō 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. Sanjō 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

Sanjō experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 178 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 88.0 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sanjō has a population of 94,642 with a density of 567 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

94,642
Total Population
567
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
166.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sanjō vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sanjō vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sanjō is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Sanjō 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 Sanjō, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Sanjō 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

Sanjō has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 88.0 inches. The area enjoys 178 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days178 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall88.0 inches
131% above US avg
Snowfall19.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area166.8 sq mi (432.0 km²)
Population Density567/sq mi
Coordinates37.6167°N, 138.9500°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

Population Density567/sq mi
Total Area166.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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