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Wakasu, Japan

Kumamoto · 🇯🇵 Japan

Wakasu is a small city in Kumamoto, Japan with a population of 11,094. Elevation: 7 ft (2 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
11,094 Population
7 ft Elevation 2 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
79.5 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

Population11,094
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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain79.5 in/yr
Sunny Days200/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population11,094
Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates32.6035°, 130.6434°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKumamoto
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation79.5 inches (2,019 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Wakasu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wakasu 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. Wakasu 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

Wakasu enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 200 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Annual precipitation totals 79.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Wakasu has a population of 11,094. 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

11,094
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wakasu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Wakasu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wakasu 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: Wakasu 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 Wakasu, 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: Wakasu 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

Wakasu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 200 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 79.5 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 7 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days200 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall79.5 inches
109% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Coordinates32.6035°N, 130.6434°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 44°F (6°C) 3.4 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.2 in
April 59°F (15°C) 6.8 in
May 66°F (19°C) 8.1 in
June 73°F (23°C) 15.2 in Wettest
July 80°F (26°C) 14.5 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 7.2 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in Driest

Wakasu has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F — from 42°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 79.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (15.2") and December the driest (2.3").

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 Wakasu

What is the population of Wakasu?

Wakasu has a population of 11,094 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 Wakasu expensive to live in?

Wakasu 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 Wakasu?

Wakasu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 200 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Wakasu?

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

How are the schools in Wakasu?

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

How healthy is Wakasu?

The obesity rate in Wakasu 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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