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Yamanobe, Japan

Yamagata · 🇯🇵 Japan

Yamanobe is a small city in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 13,725. Elevation: 351 ft (107 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
13,725 Population
351 ft Elevation 107 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
52.1 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

Population13,725
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation351 ft (107 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population13,725
Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Coordinates38.2911°, 140.2667°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamagata
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall11.3 inches (29 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Yamanobe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yamanobe receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Yamanobe 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

Yamanobe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Yamanobe has a population of 13,725. 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

13,725
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Yamanobe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yamanobe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yamanobe 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: Yamanobe 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 Yamanobe, 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: Yamanobe 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

Yamanobe experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 11.3 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 351 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall11.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Coordinates38.2911°N, 140.2667°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 30°F (-1°C) 3.3 in
March 36°F (2°C) 3.1 in Driest
April 49°F (9°C) 3.2 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in
July 73°F (23°C) 6.2 in Wettest
August 76°F (24°C) 6.1 in Warmest
September 67°F (20°C) 5.8 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in
November 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in
December 35°F (2°C) 4.1 in

Yamanobe has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F — from 30°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (6.2") and March the driest (3.1").

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 Yamanobe

What is the population of Yamanobe?

Yamanobe has a population of 13,725 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 Yamanobe expensive to live in?

Yamanobe 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 Yamanobe?

Yamanobe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches, with 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Yamanobe?

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

How are the schools in Yamanobe?

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

How healthy is Yamanobe?

The obesity rate in Yamanobe 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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