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Sendai, Japan

Kagoshima · 🇯🇵 Japan

Sendai is a mid-size city in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 92,403. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
92,403 Population 350/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
89.7 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

Population92,403
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density350/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 Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain89.7 in/yr
Sunny Days181/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population92,403
Population Density350 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates31.8167°, 130.3000°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKagoshima
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation89.7 inches (2,279 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Sendai a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sendai 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. Sendai 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

Sendai enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 181 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 89.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sendai has a population of 92,403 with a density of 350 people per square mile, spread across 263.7 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

92,403
Total Population
350
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
263.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sendai vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sendai vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sendai 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: Sendai 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 Sendai, 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: Sendai 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

Sendai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 181 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 89.7 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 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days181 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall89.7 inches
136% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area263.7 sq mi (682.9 km²)
Population Density350/sq mi
Coordinates31.8167°N, 130.3000°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
March 51°F (10°C) 5.9 in
April 59°F (15°C) 8.3 in
May 66°F (19°C) 9.3 in
June 72°F (22°C) 15.9 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 13.9 in
August 80°F (27°C) 8.9 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 8.6 in
October 66°F (19°C) 4.2 in
November 56°F (14°C) 3.7 in
December 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in Driest

Sendai has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 43°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 89.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (15.9") and December the driest (3.4").

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 Density350/sq mi
Total Area263.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sendai

What is the population of Sendai?

Sendai has a population of 92,403 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 350 people per square mile, spread across 263.7 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 Sendai expensive to live in?

Sendai 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 Sendai?

Sendai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 89.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Sendai?

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

How are the schools in Sendai?

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

How healthy is Sendai?

The obesity rate in Sendai 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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