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Takamatsu, Japan

Kagawa · 🇯🇵 Japan

Takamatsu is a large city in Kagawa, Japan with a population of 418,994. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
418,994 Population
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
62.8 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

Population418,994
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 Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain62.8 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population418,994
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates34.3333°, 134.0500°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKagawa
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation62.8 inches (1,596 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Takamatsu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Takamatsu 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. Takamatsu 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

Takamatsu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 62.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Takamatsu has a population of 418,994. 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

418,994
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Takamatsu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Takamatsu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Takamatsu 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: Takamatsu 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 Takamatsu, 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: Takamatsu 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

Takamatsu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 62.8 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 56 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall62.8 inches
65% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates34.3333°N, 134.0500°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in
March 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
April 56°F (13°C) 5.9 in
May 64°F (18°C) 6.3 in
June 71°F (22°C) 9.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 8.2 in
August 80°F (27°C) 5.4 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 9.8 in Wettest
October 63°F (17°C) 5.0 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.2 in
December 44°F (6°C) 1.5 in Driest

Takamatsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F — from 39°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 62.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.8") and December the driest (1.5").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Takamatsu

What is the population of Takamatsu?

Takamatsu has a population of 418,994 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 Takamatsu expensive to live in?

Takamatsu 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 Takamatsu?

Takamatsu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Takamatsu?

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

How are the schools in Takamatsu?

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

How healthy is Takamatsu?

The obesity rate in Takamatsu 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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