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Tsuruga, Japan

Fukui · 🇯🇵 Japan

Tsuruga is a mid-size city in Fukui, Japan with a population of 68,482. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
68,482 Population
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
83.1 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

Population68,482
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 Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain83.1 in/yr
Sunny Days185/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population68,482
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates35.6530°, 136.0633°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukui
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation83.1 inches (2,111 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.4 inches (34 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Tsuruga a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tsuruga 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. Tsuruga 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

Tsuruga experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 185 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 83.1 inches, including 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tsuruga has a population of 68,482. 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

68,482
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tsuruga vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tsuruga vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tsuruga 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: Tsuruga 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 Tsuruga, 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: Tsuruga 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

Tsuruga experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 185 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.4 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 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days185 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.1 inches
119% above US avg
Snowfall13.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates35.6530°N, 136.0633°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 7.6 in
February 35°F (2°C) 5.8 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 5.8 in
April 52°F (11°C) 6.1 in
May 60°F (16°C) 6.2 in
June 67°F (20°C) 9.1 in
July 75°F (24°C) 9.3 in Wettest
August 78°F (25°C) 6.0 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 9.0 in
October 59°F (15°C) 5.7 in
November 49°F (10°C) 5.4 in Driest
December 40°F (5°C) 7.1 in

Tsuruga has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 35°F in February to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 83.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.3") and November the driest (5.4").

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 Tsuruga

What is the population of Tsuruga?

Tsuruga has a population of 68,482 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 Tsuruga expensive to live in?

Tsuruga 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 Tsuruga?

Tsuruga has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.1 inches, with 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Tsuruga?

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

How are the schools in Tsuruga?

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

How healthy is Tsuruga?

The obesity rate in Tsuruga 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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