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Uji, Japan

Kyoto · 🇯🇵 Japan

Uji is a large city in Kyoto, Japan with a population of 192,925. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
192,925 Population
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
60.4 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

Population192,925
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 Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain60.4 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population192,925
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates34.8904°, 135.8033°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKyoto
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation60.4 inches (1,533 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Uji a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Uji 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. Uji 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

Uji enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Uji has a population of 192,925. 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

192,925
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Uji vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Uji vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Uji 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: Uji 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 Uji, 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: Uji 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

Uji enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 226 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 75 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.0°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.4 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates34.8904°N, 135.8033°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in
March 46°F (8°C) 4.2 in
April 57°F (14°C) 5.6 in
May 65°F (19°C) 5.9 in
June 72°F (22°C) 9.0 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 8.3 in
August 82°F (28°C) 5.6 in Warmest
September 74°F (24°C) 7.6 in
October 63°F (17°C) 4.6 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.9 in
December 44°F (7°C) 1.8 in Driest

Uji has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 40°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 60.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.0") and December the driest (1.8").

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 Uji

What is the population of Uji?

Uji has a population of 192,925 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 Uji expensive to live in?

Uji 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 Uji?

Uji enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Uji?

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

How are the schools in Uji?

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

How healthy is Uji?

The obesity rate in Uji 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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