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Wajima, Japan

Ishikawa · 🇯🇵 Japan

Wajima is a small city in Ishikawa, Japan with a population of 24,608. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
24,608 Population 150/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
83.8 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

Population24,608
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density150/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 Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain83.8 in/yr
Sunny Days184/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population24,608
Population Density150 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates37.4046°, 136.8991°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceIshikawa
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation83.8 inches (2,128 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.5 inches (37 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Wajima a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wajima 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. Wajima 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

Wajima experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 184 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 83.8 inches, including 14.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Wajima has a population of 24,608 with a density of 150 people per square mile, spread across 164.6 square miles. 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

24,608
Total Population
150
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
164.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wajima vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wajima vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wajima 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: Wajima 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 Wajima, 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: Wajima 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

Wajima experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 184 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.5 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 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days184 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall83.8 inches
120% above US avg
Snowfall14.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area164.6 sq mi (426.3 km²)
Population Density150/sq mi
Coordinates37.4046°N, 136.8991°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 8.6 in Coldest
February 34°F (1°C) 5.9 in
March 39°F (4°C) 5.0 in
April 50°F (10°C) 4.6 in Driest
May 58°F (15°C) 5.0 in
June 66°F (19°C) 6.4 in
July 73°F (23°C) 7.4 in
August 76°F (24°C) 6.6 in Warmest
September 69°F (20°C) 9.5 in
October 58°F (15°C) 6.5 in
November 48°F (9°C) 8.7 in
December 40°F (4°C) 9.6 in Wettest

Wajima has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 34°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 83.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (9.6") and April the driest (4.6").

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

Population Density150/sq mi
Total Area164.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Wajima

What is the population of Wajima?

Wajima has a population of 24,608 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 150 people per square mile, spread across 164.6 square miles. 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 Wajima expensive to live in?

Wajima 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 Wajima?

Wajima has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 184 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.8 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Wajima?

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

How are the schools in Wajima?

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

How healthy is Wajima?

The obesity rate in Wajima 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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