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Yasuoka, Japan

Nagano · 🇯🇵 Japan

Yasuoka is a small town in Nagano, Japan with a population of 1,542. Elevation: 2,398 ft (731 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,542 Population
2,398 ft Elevation 731 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
69.3 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

Population1,542
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 Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain69.3 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation2,398 ft (731 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population1,542
Elevation2,398 ft (731 m)
Coordinates35.3775°, 137.8460°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNagano
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation69.3 inches (1,761 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.5 inches (17 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Yasuoka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yasuoka 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. Yasuoka 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

Yasuoka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.3 inches, including 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Yasuoka has a population of 1,542. 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

1,542
Total Population
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Yasuoka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yasuoka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yasuoka 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: Yasuoka 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 Yasuoka, 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: Yasuoka 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

Yasuoka experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.5 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 2,398 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall69.3 inches
82% above US avg
Snowfall6.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation2,398 ft (731 m)
Coordinates35.3775°N, 137.8460°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 32°F (-0°C) 2.7 in
March 38°F (3°C) 4.8 in
April 49°F (10°C) 6.3 in
May 57°F (14°C) 6.4 in
June 64°F (18°C) 9.5 in
July 71°F (22°C) 8.8 in
August 73°F (23°C) 8.4 in Warmest
September 66°F (19°C) 9.7 in Wettest
October 55°F (13°C) 5.7 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
December 36°F (2°C) 1.9 in Driest

Yasuoka has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F — from 31°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 69.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.7") and December the driest (1.9").

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 Yasuoka

What is the population of Yasuoka?

Yasuoka has a population of 1,542 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 Yasuoka expensive to live in?

Yasuoka 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 Yasuoka?

Yasuoka has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.3 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Yasuoka?

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

How are the schools in Yasuoka?

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

How healthy is Yasuoka?

The obesity rate in Yasuoka 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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