Wakayama, Japan

Full City Profile

4.1 /5.0

A Great

356,729 Population 1,652/sq mi density

26 ft Elevation 8 meters

60°F Avg Temperature 16°C

Overall

4.1 / 5.0

Strong

Economy

3.2 / 5.0

$28,900 median income, 2.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$70,000 home value, $350/mo rent

Wakayama, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income

$28,900

62% below

Home Value

$70,000

75% below

Median Rent

$350/mo

70% below

Unemployment

2.5%

31% below

Avg Temperature

60°F

233 sunny days/yr

Is Wakayama a Good Place to Live?

4.1 / 5.0 — Great

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Wakayama residents earn a median household income of $28,900 , which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 438 business establishments, including 226 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Wakayama is $70,000 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $350/month.

Climate & Weather

Wakayama has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 233 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population356,729

Median Age50.8 yrs

Density1,652/mi²

Foreign Born0.8%

Economy

Median Income$28,900

Per Capita

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$70,000

Rent$350

Ownership

Housing Units142,692

Climate

Avg Temp60°F

Sunny Days233/yr

Rain56.9 in/yr

Elevation26 ft

Did You Know?

There are 226 restaurants in the area.