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China, Japan

Kagoshima · Japan

China is a small city in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 5,976. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
5,976 Population 10/sq mi density
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
82.2 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$26,600 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$26,600 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,000 home value, $320/mo rent

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About China

China

China is a town located on Okinoerabujima, in Ōshima District, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan.

People

Population5,976
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density10/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,600
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,000
Rent$320
Housing Units2,390

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain82.2 in/yr
Sunny Days187/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Population5,976
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates27.3333°, 128.5667°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceKagoshima
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation82.2 inches (2,087 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,600
Median Age50.0 years

About China

China is a small city in Japan (Kagoshima) with a population of 5,976. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

China has a population of 5,976 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 593.5 square miles. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,976
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
593.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

China vs Japan Average

The median household income in China is $26,600, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 191 business establishments.

Income: China vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,600
65% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)191

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in China is $64,000, 77% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $320 (72% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,390 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

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 Units2,390

Property Tax

Climate in China

China has an average annual temperature of 22.3°C (72°F). The hottest month is Jul (28.6°C), the coldest is Jan (15.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 15.8°C / 60°F 13.5° / 18° 0.0
Feb 16.2°C / 61°F 14.1° / 18.4° 0.0
Mar 17.9°C / 64°F 15.6° / 20.2° 0.0
Apr 20.4°C / 69°F 18.2° / 22.6° 0.0
May 23°C / 73°F 20.9° / 25.2° 0.0
Jun 25.6°C / 78°F 23.6° / 27.7° 0.0
Jul 28.6°C / 83°F 26.3° / 31° 0.0
Aug 28.4°C / 83°F 26.1° / 30.6° 0.0
Sep 27.4°C / 81°F 25.2° / 29.7° 0.0
Oct 25°C / 77°F 22.8° / 27.1° 0.0
Nov 21.5°C / 71°F 19.5° / 23.5° 0.0
Dec 17.6°C / 64°F 15.4° / 19.7° 0.0
China has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 187 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 82.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average73.1°F
35% above Japan avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days187 days/yr

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area593.5 sq mi (1,537.2 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates27.3333°N, 128.5667°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.2"
116% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 10.28"
Driest Month (Dec) 4.29"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

832 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 28, 2025.

Mar 2, 2014 109 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.5 119 km
Dec 8, 2001 15 km SE of Naze, Japan M6.2 142 km
Jul 22, 2004 91 km E of Nago, Japan M6.1 99 km
Jun 16, 1990 153 km N of Nago, Japan M6.0 94 km
Jun 4, 1992 145 km WSW of Naze, Japan M6.0 92 km
Apr 14, 1991 82 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.0 115 km
Jul 8, 2008 107 km NNE of Nago, Japan M6.0 32 km
May 1, 2023 69 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.9 147 km
Sep 28, 2009 146 km N of Nago, Japan M5.8 99 km
Jun 2, 1996 102 km NNE of Nago, Japan M5.8 13 km
May 17, 1990 13 km W of Nago, Japan M5.8 107 km
Apr 20, 2007 102 km NNE of Nago, Japan M5.7 24 km
Oct 19, 1995 79 km SE of Naze, Japan M5.7 149 km
Aug 3, 2014 143 km WSW of Naze, Japan M5.7 94 km
Aug 16, 1995 139 km W of Naze, Japan M5.7 135 km
Sep 26, 2016 110 km NNE of Nago, Japan M5.7 15 km
Jun 13, 2013 90 km E of Nago, Japan M5.6 95 km
Jun 1, 1997 153 km S of Naze, Japan M5.6 104 km
Jan 15, 1995 109 km NNE of Nago, Japan M5.6 22 km
Jun 3, 1992 139 km WSW of Naze, Japan M5.6 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

99 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Shanshan (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 4 221 km
2024 Bebinca Category 1 180 km
2023 Khanun Category 4 232 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 4 209 km
2020 Haishen Category 4 195 km
2020 Maysak Category 4 245 km
2020 Bavi Category 2 213 km
2019 Neoguri Category 1 249 km
2019 Tapah Category 1 293 km
2018 Soulik Category 3 221 km
2018 Trami Category 2 54 km
2018 Kong-rey Category 1 254 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 150 km
2017 Saola Category 1 31 km
2017 Noru Category 1 280 km
2016 Chaba Category 5 223 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 267 km
2016 Namtheun Category 3 221 km
2015 Goni Category 4 131 km
2015 Halola Category 1 190 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1664 TORISHIMA, RYUKYU ISLANDS Astronomical 65 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Io-Torishima (70 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Io-Torishima Complex 212 m (696 ft) 1968 70 km
Yokoate-jima Stratovolcano(es) 495 m (1,624 ft) 1835 168 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 62°F (16°C) 4.9 in
March 65°F (18°C) 6.1 in
April 70°F (21°C) 8.3 in
May 75°F (24°C) 9.4 in
June 80°F (27°C) 10.3 in Wettest
July 84°F (29°C) 7.4 in Warmest
August 84°F (29°C) 8.1 in
September 82°F (28°C) 6.3 in
October 78°F (25°C) 6.3 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.9 in
December 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in Driest

China has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 61°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 82.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.3") and December the driest (4.3").

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Schools in China

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
町立上城小学校
町立下平川小学校
町立田皆中学校
町立田皆小学校
町立知名中学校
町立知名小学校
町立住吉小学校
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Radio Stations near China

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in China

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
和泊町歴史民俗資料館
山田明美術館
西郷南洲記念館

Libraries in China

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
和泊町立図書館0.0
知名町立図書館0.0

Restaurants in China

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gas Stations in China

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

エネオス

Golf Courses in China

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

沖永良部GC

Airports Near China

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Okinoerabu AirportOKEMedium Airport
Tokunoshima AirportTKNMedium Airport
Yoron AirportRNJMedium Airport
Izena Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in China

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
住吉簡易郵便局
田皆郵便局
知名郵便局

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

🇯🇵 About Japan

Capital Tokyo
Population 126,529,100
Area 377,835 km²
GDP (USD) $4,213,167,237,906
GDP per capita $33,836
HDI 0.925
Life expectancy 84.0 years
Internet users 87.0%
Urban population 92.1%
Currency JPY (Yen)
Languages Japanese
Calling code +81
TLD .jp
Driving side left

Volcanoes Near China

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Io-Torishima Complex 212 m 1968

Public Holidays in Japan

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day 元日
Jan 12 Coming of Age Day 成人の日
Feb 11 Foundation Day 建国記念の日
Feb 23 The Emperor's Birthday 天皇誕生日
Mar 20 Vernal Equinox Day 春分の日
Apr 29 Shōwa Day 昭和の日
May 4 Greenery Day みどりの日
May 5 Children's Day こどもの日
May 6 Constitution Memorial Day 憲法記念日
Jul 20 Marine Day 海の日
Aug 11 Mountain Day 山の日
Sep 21 Respect for the Aged Day 敬老の日
Sep 23 Autumnal Equinox Day 秋分の日
Oct 12 Sports Day スポーツの日
Nov 3 Culture Day 文化の日
Nov 23 Labour Thanksgiving Day 勤労感謝の日

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Frequently Asked Questions About China

What is the population of China?

China has a population of 5,976 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 593.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is China 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 China?

China has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 187 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.2 inches.

How is the job market in China?

The job market in China is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 191 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in China?

The median home value in China is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.

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