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Tosu, Japan

Saga · 🇯🇵 Japan

Tosu is a mid-size city in Saga, Japan with a population of 74,196. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
74,196 Population 2,680/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
70.7 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

Population74,196
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density2,680/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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain70.7 in/yr
Sunny Days208/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population74,196
Population Density2,680 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates33.3667°, 130.5167°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceSaga
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation70.7 inches (1,796 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Tosu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tosu 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. Tosu 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

Tosu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tosu has a population of 74,196 with a density of 2,680 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

74,196
Total Population
2,680
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
27.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tosu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tosu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tosu is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Tosu 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 Tosu, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Tosu 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

Tosu has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 70.7 inches. The area enjoys 208 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.4°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days208 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.7 inches
86% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area27.7 sq mi (71.7 km²)
Population Density2,680/sq mi
Coordinates33.3667°N, 130.5167°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density2,680/sq mi
Total Area27.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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