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Engaru, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Engaru is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 19,241. Elevation: 269 ft (82 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).
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| Population | 19,241 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.0481°, 143.5455° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 41°F (5°C) |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.1 inches (942 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.5 inches (29 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Engaru
Engaru is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 19,241. The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet (82 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Engaru vs Japan Average
Income: Engaru vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 616 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $68,000 |
| 76% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $340 |
| 71% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 7,696 |
Property Tax
Climate in Engaru
Engaru has an average annual temperature of 6.8°C (44°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.1°C), the coldest is Feb (-7.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 933 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 17°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 269 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Area | 543.7 sq mi (1,408.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0481°N, 143.5455°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.9 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1938 | E. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 1 | 78 km |
| 1956 | NE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 52 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taisetsuzan (70 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 70 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 81 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 83 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 86 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 97 km |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 98 km |
| Shiretoko-Iozan | Stratovolcano | 1,562 m (5,125 ft) | 1936 | 129 km |
| Tomariyama [Golovnin] | Caldera | 535 m (1,755 ft) | 1848 | 158 km |
| Raususan [Mendeleev] | Stratovolcano | 882 m (2,894 ft) | 1880 | 175 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°F (-9°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.6 in | |
| August | 66°F (19°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 24°F (-4°C) | 2.3 in |
Engaru has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 17°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (1.6").
Schools in Engaru
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 南小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 南中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 瀬戸瀬小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Engaru Higashi Elementery School Nozomi-no-oka Branch | — | — | — | — |
| Engaru Junior High School Nozomi-no-oka Branch | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Engaru High School | — | — | — | — |
| Yasukuni Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Engaru Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 開盛小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 北海道紋別養護学校ひまわり学園分校 | — | — | — | — |
| Engaru Yasukuni Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Engaru Higashi Elementery School | — | — | — | — |
| Engaru Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Engaru
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Engaru
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Memorial Museum | ||||
| オホーツク文学館 | ||||
| ちゃちゃワールド | ||||
| ふるさと館JRY | ||||
| 佐呂間町開拓資料館 | ||||
| 屯田兵屋 | ||||
| 遠軽町郷土館 |
Libraries in Engaru
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engaru Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Saroma Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 生田原図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Engaru
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Engaru
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Engaru
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Engaru
5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Engaru
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Engaru
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Engaru
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Engaru
12 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nukabira Gensenkyo Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Oketocho Minamigaoka | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Wakamatsu Shimin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Rubeshibe-cho Happodai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Bihoro Lily Yama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Northern Arc Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Abashiri Lake View Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Saroma Choei | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Engaru Rock Valley | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Takinouecho Sakuragaoka | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Monbetsu City Oyama Monbetsu City Oyama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Engaru
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Memanbetsu Airport | MMB | Medium Airport |
| Monbetsu Airport | MBE | Medium Airport |
| Ashoro Meto Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bihoro Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| JGDSF Camp Bihoro Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kitami Agricultural Airfield / Skyport Kitami | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Engaru
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Engaru Post Office | |
| 北見栄郵便局 | |
| 生田原郵便局 | |
| 遠軽豊里簡易郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Engaru
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Christ in Japan Engaru Church | |
| 創価学会 | |
| 遠軽神社 |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Engaru
What is the population of Engaru?
Engaru has a population of 19,241 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 543.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Engaru expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,900, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $68,000 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $340 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 Engaru?
Engaru has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 269 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.1 inches, with 11.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Engaru?
Engaru has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 616 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Engaru?
The median home value in Engaru is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.