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Yamanaka, Japan

Yamanashi · 🇯🇵 Japan

Yamanaka is a small city in Yamanashi, Japan with a population of 5,179. Elevation: 3,353 ft (1,022 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
5,179 Population
3,353 ft Elevation 1,022 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
65.6 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

Population5,179
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 Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain65.6 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation3,353 ft (1,022 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population5,179
Elevation3,353 ft (1,022 m)
Coordinates35.4245°, 138.8421°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamanashi
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation65.6 inches (1,665 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Yamanaka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yamanaka 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. Yamanaka 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

Yamanaka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Yamanaka has a population of 5,179. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,179
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Yamanaka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yamanaka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yamanaka is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Yamanaka 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 Yamanaka, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Yamanaka 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

Yamanaka has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 65.6 inches. The area enjoys 217 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall65.6 inches
73% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation3,353 ft (1,022 m)
Coordinates35.4245°N, 138.8421°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below US avg). 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

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

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