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Sukumo, Japan

Kochi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Sukumo is a small city in Kochi, Japan with a population of 19,292. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
19,292 Population 175/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
86.7 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

Population19,292
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density175/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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain86.7 in/yr
Sunny Days179/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population19,292
Population Density175 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates32.9333°, 132.7333°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKochi
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation86.7 inches (2,202 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Sukumo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sukumo 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. Sukumo 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

Sukumo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 179 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 86.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sukumo has a population of 19,292 with a density of 175 people per square mile, spread across 110.5 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

19,292
Total Population
175
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
110.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sukumo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Sukumo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sukumo 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: Sukumo 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 Sukumo, 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: Sukumo 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

Sukumo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 179 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 86.7 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 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.8°F
13% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days179 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall86.7 inches
128% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area110.5 sq mi (286.2 km²)
Population Density175/sq mi
Coordinates32.9333°N, 132.7333°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 44°F (7°C) 3.8 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.9 in
April 58°F (15°C) 8.6 in
May 65°F (18°C) 9.7 in
June 71°F (22°C) 12.3 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 12.0 in
August 79°F (26°C) 6.2 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 11.8 in
October 65°F (18°C) 7.3 in
November 56°F (13°C) 4.0 in
December 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in

Sukumo has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 43°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 86.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.3") and January the driest (2.5").

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 Density175/sq mi
Total Area110.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Sukumo

What is the population of Sukumo?

Sukumo has a population of 19,292 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 175 people per square mile, spread across 110.5 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 Sukumo expensive to live in?

Sukumo 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 Sukumo?

Sukumo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 179 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Sukumo?

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

How are the schools in Sukumo?

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

How healthy is Sukumo?

The obesity rate in Sukumo 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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