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Tsurugashima, Japan

Saitama · 🇯🇵 Japan

Tsurugashima is a mid-size city in Saitama, Japan with a population of 70,117. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 62°F (17°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
70,117 Population 10,296/sq mi density
108 ft Elevation 33 meters
62°F Avg Temperature 17°C
51.6 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

Population70,117
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density10,296/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 Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation108 ft (33 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population70,117
Population Density10,296 / sq mi
Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Coordinates35.9600°, 139.4028°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceSaitama
Average Temperature62°F (17°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation51.6 inches (1,310 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Tsurugashima a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tsurugashima receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Tsurugashima 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

Tsurugashima enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches, including 5.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tsurugashima has a population of 70,117 with a density of 10,296 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

70,117
Total Population
10,296
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
6.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tsurugashima vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tsurugashima vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tsurugashima 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: Tsurugashima 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 Tsurugashima, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Tsurugashima 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

Tsurugashima has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall5.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation108 ft (33 m)
Area6.8 sq mi (17.6 km²)
Population Density10,296/sq mi
Coordinates35.9600°N, 139.4028°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 Density10,296/sq mi
Total Area6.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

Sakado 100,275 pop · 0.8 mi Takasaka 15,000 pop · 2.8 mi Igusa 19,378 pop · 3.6 mi Hidaka 55,294 pop · 3.8 mi Hatoyama 13,560 pop · 4.1 mi Higashi-Matsuyama 91,791 pop · 5.1 mi Ōgushi 18,192 pop · 5.6 mi Morohongō 39,693 pop · 5.8 mi Kawagoe 354,571 pop · 5.8 mi Ogose 11,352 pop · 6.3 mi Banshō 10,540 pop · 6.4 mi Sayama 160,843 pop · 7.4 mi Fujimino 113,597 pop · 7.9 mi Ranzan 17,889 pop · 8.2 mi
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