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Yame, Japan

Fukuoka · 🇯🇵 Japan

Yame is a mid-size city in Fukuoka, Japan with a population of 60,608. Elevation: 335 ft (102 m). Average temperature: 60°F (15°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
60,608 Population
335 ft Elevation 102 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 15°C
73.1 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

Population60,608
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 Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain73.1 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation335 ft (102 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population60,608
Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Coordinates33.2279°, 130.6487°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukuoka
Average Temperature60°F (15°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation73.1 inches (1,857 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Yame a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yame 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. Yame 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

Yame enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Yame has a population of 60,608. 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

60,608
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Yame vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yame vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yame 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: Yame 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 Yame, 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: Yame 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

Yame enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.1 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 335 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall73.1 inches
92% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Coordinates33.2279°N, 130.6487°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 42°F (5°C) 3.1 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.5 in
April 57°F (14°C) 6.1 in
May 65°F (18°C) 6.9 in
June 72°F (22°C) 13.3 in
July 79°F (26°C) 13.4 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 7.3 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 7.6 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.7 in
December 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in Driest

Yame has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F — from 40°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 73.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.4") and December the driest (2.2").

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 Yame

What is the population of Yame?

Yame has a population of 60,608 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 Yame expensive to live in?

Yame 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 Yame?

Yame enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Yame?

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

How are the schools in Yame?

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

How healthy is Yame?

The obesity rate in Yame 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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