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Takaharu, Japan

Miyazaki · 🇯🇵 Japan

Takaharu is a small city in Miyazaki, Japan with a population of 8,639. Elevation: 541 ft (165 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
8,639 Population
541 ft Elevation 165 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
98.4 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

Population8,639
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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain98.4 in/yr
Sunny Days170/yr
Elevation541 ft (165 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population8,639
Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Coordinates31.9167°, 131.0167°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceMiyazaki
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation98.4 inches (2,498 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Takaharu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Takaharu 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. Takaharu 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

Takaharu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 170 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 98.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Takaharu has a population of 8,639. 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

8,639
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Takaharu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Takaharu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Takaharu 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: Takaharu 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 Takaharu, 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: Takaharu 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

Takaharu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 170 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 98.4 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 541 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days170 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall98.4 inches
159% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Coordinates31.9167°N, 131.0167°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 4.1 in
March 49°F (9°C) 6.3 in
April 58°F (14°C) 9.1 in
May 65°F (18°C) 10.4 in
June 71°F (22°C) 17.2 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 14.8 in
August 79°F (26°C) 12.3 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 10.4 in
October 64°F (18°C) 5.4 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.3 in Driest

Takaharu has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F — from 41°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 98.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (17.2") and December the driest (2.3").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Takaharu

What is the population of Takaharu?

Takaharu has a population of 8,639 residents and is located in Japan.. 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 Takaharu expensive to live in?

Takaharu 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 Takaharu?

Takaharu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 98.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Takaharu?

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

How are the schools in Takaharu?

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

How healthy is Takaharu?

The obesity rate in Takaharu 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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