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Amagi, Japan
Kagoshima · Japan
Amagi is a small city in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 6,350. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).
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People
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A+Climate
| Population | 6,350 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Coordinates | 27.8167°, 128.9000° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kagoshima |
| Average Temperature | 71°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 90.0 inches (2,287 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,600 |
| Median Age | 50.0 years |
About Amagi
Amagi is a small city in Japan (Kagoshima) with a population of 6,350. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 90.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Amagi vs Japan Average
Income: Amagi vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,600 |
| 65% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 203 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $320 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 2,540 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.7°F |
| 31% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 173 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 321.2 sq mi (832.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 27.8167°N, 128.9000°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.6 m (8 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1995 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 2.6 m | — | 126 km |
| 1995 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Eruption + Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 126 km |
| 1901 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 139 km |
| 1911 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | — | 12 | 110 km |
| 1664 | TORISHIMA, RYUKYU ISLANDS | Astronomical | — | — | 64 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Io-Torishima (67 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Io-Torishima | Complex | 212 m (696 ft) | 1968 | 67 km |
| Yokoate-jima | Stratovolcano(es) | 495 m (1,624 ft) | 1835 | 109 km |
| Akusekijima | Stratovolcano(es) | 555 m (1,821 ft) | Unknown | 195 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (15°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 59°F (15°C) | 5.5 in | |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 6.6 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 9.0 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 10.6 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 12.4 in | Wettest |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 8.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 8.4 in | |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | |
| October | 75°F (24°C) | 6.6 in | |
| November | 69°F (20°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 62°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | Driest |
Amagi has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 58°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 90.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.4") and December the driest (4.7").
Schools in Amagi
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立花徳小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 天城町立北中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 天城町立西阿木名小学校三京分校 | — | — | — | — |
| 天城町立天城中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 天城町立兼久小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 天城町立西阿木名中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 天城町立天城小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 私立樟南第二高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立西阿木名小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立北中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立東天城中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立手々小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立手々中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立岡前小学校与名間分校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立岡前小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立山小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立山中学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Amagi
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Amagi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 伊仙町歴史民俗資料館 |
Libraries in Amagi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 天城町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 徳之島町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Amagi
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Amagi
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Amagi
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Amagi
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Okinoerabu Airport | OKE | Medium Airport |
| Tokunoshima Airport | TKN | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Amagi
10 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 兼久簡易郵便局 | |
| 大島松原郵便局 | |
| 平土野郵便局 | |
| 手々郵便局 | |
| 東天城郵便局 | |
| 東天城郵便局 | |
| 浅間簡易郵便局 | |
| 瀬滝簡易郵便局 | |
| 花徳郵便局 | |
| 西阿木名郵便局 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Amagi
What is the population of Amagi?
Amagi has a population of 6,350 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 321.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Amagi expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,600, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Amagi?
Amagi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 173 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 90.0 inches.
How is the job market in Amagi?
The job market in Amagi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 203 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Amagi?
The median home value in Amagi is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.