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Tsuruta, Japan

Aomori · 🇯🇵 Japan

Tsuruta is a small city in Aomori, Japan with a population of 12,870. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
12,870 Population
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
52.3 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

Population12,870
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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population12,870
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates40.7522°, 140.4320°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceAomori
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation52.3 inches (1,329 mm)
Annual Snowfall16.4 inches (42 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Tsuruta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tsuruta 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. Tsuruta 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

Tsuruta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches, including 16.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tsuruta has a population of 12,870. 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

12,870
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tsuruta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Tsuruta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tsuruta 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: Tsuruta 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 Tsuruta, 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: Tsuruta 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

Tsuruta experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 16.4 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.3 inches
38% above US avg
Snowfall16.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates40.7522°N, 140.4320°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 27°F (-3°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 29°F (-2°C) 3.7 in
March 35°F (2°C) 3.2 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.1 in Driest
May 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in
June 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
July 71°F (22°C) 4.9 in
August 74°F (23°C) 5.6 in Warmest
September 67°F (19°C) 6.1 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 4.7 in
November 44°F (7°C) 4.8 in
December 33°F (0°C) 5.0 in

Tsuruta has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F — from 27°F in January to 74°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.1") and April the driest (3.1").

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 Tsuruta

What is the population of Tsuruta?

Tsuruta has a population of 12,870 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 Tsuruta expensive to live in?

Tsuruta 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 Tsuruta?

Tsuruta has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.3 inches, with 16.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Tsuruta?

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

How are the schools in Tsuruta?

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

How healthy is Tsuruta?

The obesity rate in Tsuruta 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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