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Takaike, Japan

Wakayama · 🇯🇵 Japan

Takaike is a small town in Wakayama, Japan with a population of 2,480. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,480 Population
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
92.4 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

Population2,480
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)
Rain92.4 in/yr
Sunny Days170/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population2,480
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates33.5333°, 135.8167°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceWakayama
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation92.4 inches (2,346 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Takaike a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Takaike 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. Takaike 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

Takaike enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 170 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 92.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Takaike has a population of 2,480. 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

2,480
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Takaike vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Takaike vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Takaike 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: Takaike 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 Takaike, 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: Takaike 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

Takaike enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 170 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 92.4 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 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days170 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall92.4 inches
143% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates33.5333°N, 135.8167°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
March 48°F (9°C) 5.9 in
April 58°F (14°C) 8.5 in
May 64°F (18°C) 9.3 in
June 70°F (21°C) 13.5 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 10.1 in
August 79°F (26°C) 9.4 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 12.2 in
October 64°F (18°C) 8.0 in
November 55°F (13°C) 5.9 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.7 in Driest

Takaike has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F — from 42°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 92.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.5") and December the driest (2.7").

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 Takaike

What is the population of Takaike?

Takaike has a population of 2,480 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 Takaike expensive to live in?

Takaike 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 Takaike?

Takaike enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 170 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 92.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Takaike?

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

How are the schools in Takaike?

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

How healthy is Takaike?

The obesity rate in Takaike 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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