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Sasaguri, Japan

Fukuoka · 🇯🇵 Japan

Sasaguri is a mid-size city in Fukuoka, Japan with a population of 31,213. Elevation: 361 ft (110 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
31,213 Population 2,077/sq mi density
361 ft Elevation 110 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
73.9 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

Population31,213
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density2,077/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 Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain73.9 in/yr
Sunny Days203/yr
Elevation361 ft (110 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population31,213
Population Density2,077 / sq mi
Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Coordinates33.6156°, 130.5511°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukuoka
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation73.9 inches (1,876 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Sasaguri a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sasaguri 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. Sasaguri 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

Sasaguri enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sasaguri has a population of 31,213 with a density of 2,077 people per square mile, spread across 15.0 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

31,213
Total Population
2,077
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
15.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sasaguri vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sasaguri vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sasaguri 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: Sasaguri 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 Sasaguri, 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: Sasaguri 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

Sasaguri enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 203 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 361 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days203 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall73.9 inches
94% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area15.0 sq mi (38.9 km²)
Population Density2,077/sq mi
Coordinates33.6156°N, 130.5511°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 3.4 in
March 46°F (8°C) 4.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 6.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 6.7 in
June 70°F (21°C) 12.5 in
July 77°F (25°C) 13.2 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 7.1 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 7.8 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in
November 52°F (11°C) 3.1 in
December 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in Driest

Sasaguri has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 39°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 73.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.2") and December the driest (2.4").

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 Density2,077/sq mi
Total Area15.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sasaguri

What is the population of Sasaguri?

Sasaguri has a population of 31,213 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 2,077 people per square mile, spread across 15.0 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 Sasaguri expensive to live in?

Sasaguri 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 Sasaguri?

Sasaguri enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 203 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Sasaguri?

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

How are the schools in Sasaguri?

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

How healthy is Sasaguri?

The obesity rate in Sasaguri 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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