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Tōji, Japan

Kumamoto · 🇯🇵 Japan

Tōji is a small town in Kumamoto, Japan with a population of 931. Elevation: 1,594 ft (486 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
931 Population
1,594 ft Elevation 486 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
111.3 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

Population931
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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain111.3 in/yr
Sunny Days164/yr
Elevation1,594 ft (486 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population931
Elevation1,594 ft (486 m)
Coordinates32.4000°, 130.8333°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKumamoto
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation111.3 inches (2,826 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.6 inches (9 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Tōji a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tōji 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. Tōji 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

Tōji experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 164 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 111.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tōji has a population of 931. 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

931
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tōji vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tōji vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tōji 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: Tōji 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 Tōji, 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: Tōji 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

Tōji experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 164 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 111.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.6 inches of snow annually. 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 1,594 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days164 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall111.3 inches
193% above US avg
Snowfall3.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation1,594 ft (486 m)
Coordinates32.4000°N, 130.8333°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 4.7 in
March 42°F (6°C) 7.5 in
April 52°F (11°C) 9.3 in
May 60°F (15°C) 11.3 in
June 66°F (19°C) 20.0 in
July 73°F (23°C) 21.6 in Wettest
August 74°F (23°C) 11.8 in Warmest
September 68°F (20°C) 9.7 in
October 59°F (15°C) 5.2 in
November 49°F (9°C) 3.7 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in Driest

Tōji has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 34°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 111.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (21.6") and December the driest (2.8").

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 Tōji

What is the population of Tōji?

Tōji has a population of 931 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 Tōji expensive to live in?

Tōji 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 Tōji?

Tōji has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 164 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 111.3 inches, with 3.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Tōji?

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

How are the schools in Tōji?

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

How healthy is Tōji?

The obesity rate in Tōji 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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