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Sukekawa, Japan

Yamagata · 🇯🇵 Japan

Sukekawa is a small city in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 7,601. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
7,601 Population
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
70.1 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

Population7,601
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)
Rain70.1 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population7,601
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates38.7523°, 139.8596°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamagata
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation70.1 inches (1,780 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.1 inches (28 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Sukekawa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sukekawa 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. Sukekawa 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

Sukekawa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.1 inches, including 11.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sukekawa has a population of 7,601. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,601
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sukekawa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sukekawa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sukekawa 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: Sukekawa 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 Sukekawa, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Sukekawa 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

Sukekawa has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 70.1 inches. The area enjoys 209 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.1 inches
84% above US avg
Snowfall11.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates38.7523°N, 139.8596°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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