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Yuza, Japan

Yamagata · 🇯🇵 Japan

Yuza is a small city in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 13,615. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
13,615 Population 169/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
71.0 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

Population13,615
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density169/mi²
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 (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain71.0 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband87.0%
Population13,615
Population Density169 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates39.0157°, 139.9291°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceYamagata
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Annual Precipitation71.0 inches (1,803 mm)
Annual Snowfall22.3 inches (57 cm)
Median Age49.1 years

Is Yuza a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yuza 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. Yuza 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

Yuza 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 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 71.0 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Yuza has a population of 13,615 with a density of 169 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,615
Total Population
169
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
80.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Yuza vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yuza vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yuza 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: Yuza 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 Yuza, 5.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% are current smokers. 14.7% report depression.

Health Metrics: Yuza 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

Yuza has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 71.0 inches. The area enjoys 207 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall71.0 inches
87% above US avg
Snowfall22.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood
Good Days %87.4%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area80.5 sq mi (208.4 km²)
Population Density169/sq mi
Coordinates39.0157°N, 139.9291°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

Population Density169/sq mi
Total Area80.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities

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