Yamagata, Japan

Full City Profile

4.1 /5.0

A Great

248,772 Population 1,390/sq mi density

1,053 ft Elevation 321 meters

49°F Avg Temperature 9°C

Overall

4.1 / 5.0

Strong

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$26,800 median income, 2.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$64,000 home value, $320/mo rent

Yamagata, Japan

At a Glance

Median Income

$26,800

64% below

Home Value

$64,000

77% below

Median Rent

$320/mo

72% below

Unemployment

2.4%

33% below

Avg Temperature

49°F

239 sunny days/yr

Is Yamagata a Good Place to Live?

4.1 / 5.0 — Great

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

Economy & Jobs

Yamagata residents earn a median household income of $26,800 , which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 350 business establishments, including 169 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Yamagata is $64,000 , 77% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $320/month.

Climate & Weather

Yamagata has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 239 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population248,772

Median Age51.0 yrs

Density1,390/mi²

Foreign Born0.6%

Economy

Median Income$26,800

Per Capita

Unemployment2.4%

Poverty

Housing

A+

Home Value$64,000

Rent$320

Ownership

Housing Units99,509

Climate

Avg Temp49°F

Sunny Days239/yr

Rain53.7 in/yr

Elevation1,053 ft

Did You Know?

There are 169 restaurants in the area.