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Fukutsu, Japan

Fukuoka · Japan

Fukutsu is a mid-size city in Fukuoka, Japan with a population of 67,033. Elevation: 230 ft (70 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
67,033 Population 1,110/sq mi density
230 ft Elevation 70 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
66.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$32,000 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$32,000 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,000 home value, $420/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population67,033
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1,110/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,000
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,000
Rent$420
Housing Units26,813

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain66.1 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Population67,033
Population Density1,110 / sq mi
Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Coordinates33.7830°, 130.4911°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukuoka
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation66.1 inches (1,679 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,000
Median Age47.0 years

About Fukutsu

Fukutsu is a mid-size city in Japan (Fukuoka) with a population of 67,033. The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet (70 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Fukutsu has a population of 67,033 with a density of 1,110 people per square mile, spread across 60.4 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

67,033
Total Population
1,110
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Japan avg
60.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Fukutsu vs Japan Average

The median household income in Fukutsu is $32,000, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 2,145 business establishments.

Income: Fukutsu vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,000
57% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)2,145

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Fukutsu is $84,000, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $420 (64% below the national average of $1,163). There are 26,813 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,000
70% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$420
64% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units26,813

Property Tax

Climate in Fukutsu

Fukutsu has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (28.9°C), the coldest is Jan (7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1696 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 7°C / 45°F 3.9° / 10.2° 74.9
Feb 8°C / 46°F 4.5° / 11.5° 69.1
Mar 11°C / 52°F 7.1° / 14.9° 105.6
Apr 15.5°C / 60°F 11.3° / 19.7° 118.8
May 20.1°C / 68°F 16° / 24.2° 134.0
Jun 23.8°C / 75°F 20.3° / 27.2° 248.4
Jul 27.8°C / 82°F 24.5° / 31° 300.7
Aug 28.9°C / 84°F 25.4° / 32.4° 213.5
Sep 25.1°C / 77°F 21.6° / 28.6° 175.3
Oct 19.8°C / 68°F 16° / 23.7° 96.3
Nov 14.4°C / 58°F 10.6° / 18.1° 91.6
Dec 9.2°C / 49°F 5.8° / 12.6° 67.6
Fukutsu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 66.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above Japan avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Geography

Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Area60.4 sq mi (156.4 km²)
Population Density1,110/sq mi
Coordinates33.7830°N, 130.4911°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.1"
74% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 11.02"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

213 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 6, 2025.

Apr 15, 2016 6 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M7.0 113 km
Mar 20, 2005 28 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M6.6 33 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 94 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 124 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 112 km
Apr 14, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M6.0 123 km
Jun 25, 1997 17 km E of Hagi, Japan M5.9 123 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km S of Kikuchi, Japan M5.7 100 km
Apr 18, 2016 8 km NNE of Aso, Japan M5.5 102 km
May 22, 1998 9 km NE of Bungo-Takada-shi, Japan M5.5 96 km
Apr 19, 2005 8 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M5.5 33 km
Apr 15, 2016 10 km NE of Aso, Japan M5.5 106 km
Jul 12, 2015 12 km SSW of Usuki, Japan M5.5 144 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km WSW of Aso, Japan M5.4 108 km
Apr 14, 2016 14 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.4 120 km
Apr 14, 2016 4 km NNE of Uto, Japan M5.3 120 km
Apr 15, 2016 13 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.3 117 km
Apr 19, 2016 6 km NNE of Honmachi, Japan M5.3 137 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M5.3 121 km
Oct 28, 1991 13 km SSW of Ube, Japan M5.2 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

55 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Shanshan (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 2 144 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 2 23 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 2 197 km
2020 Haishen Category 2 133 km
2020 Maysak Category 2 207 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 99 km
2018 Trami Category 1 286 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 119 km
2017 Noru Category 1 266 km
2016 Malakas Category 2 250 km
2016 Chaba Category 1 231 km
2015 Goni Category 3 13 km
2014 Halong Category 1 275 km
2013 Danas Category 1 184 km
2012 Sanba Category 3 223 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 279 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 75 km
2007 Man-yi Category 2 225 km
2007 Nari Category 1 295 km
2006 Shanshan Category 2 26 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 55.0 m (180 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1792 SHIMABARA BAY, KYUSHU ISLAND Landslide 55.0 m 15,000 116 km
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 124 km
1828 AMAKUSA SEA Earthquake 143 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 124 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake 124 km
1619 YATSUSHIRO, JAPAN Earthquake 143 km
1597 BEPPU BAY, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 40 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yufu-Tsurumi (100 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 100 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 105 km
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 115 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 115 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 130 km
Fukue Shield(s) 315 m (1,033 ft) -400 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.2 in
April 57°F (14°C) 5.6 in
May 65°F (18°C) 5.8 in
June 71°F (22°C) 10.5 in
July 79°F (26°C) 11.0 in Wettest
August 81°F (27°C) 6.1 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 7.7 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.6 in
November 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
December 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in Driest

Fukutsu has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 42°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 66.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (11.0") and December the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Fukutsu

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立玄海中学校
市立神興東小学校
市立神興小学校
市立津屋崎小学校
県立光陵高等学校
市立津屋崎中学校
市立勝浦小学校
市立上西郷小学校
市立福間東中学校
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Radio Stations near Fukutsu

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Fukutsu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Flower Museum
Fukuoka Asian Art Museum
Fukuoka City Art Museum
Fukuoka City Museum
Fukuoka City Science Museum
Hakata History Museum
Hakata Machiya Folk Museum
Hakata Port Bayside Museum
Machiya Hall
Medical Museum of Kyushu University
Nogata City Coal Mine Memorial Museum
Nogata City Coal Mine Memorial Museum
Nokonoshima Museum
Yasushima museum
久我美術館
九州大学総合研究博物館
九州産業大学美術館
伊都国歴史博物館
伊都民俗資料館
修猷資料館
動物科学館
北九州市立長崎街道木屋瀬宿記念館
博多の食と文化の博物館ハクハク
味楽窯美術館
嘉麻市立織田慶喜美術館・碓井郷土館
多賀谷美術館
大野城市歴史資料展示室
大野城心のふるさと館
宇美八幡宮宝物殿
宇美町立歴史民俗資料館
宗像大社神宝館
宮地嶽神社民家村自然広苑
志免町歴史資料室
新宮町立歴史資料館
春日奴国の丘歴史資料館
東郷神社宝物館
板付遺跡弥生館
王塚装飾古墳館
福岡市埋蔵文化財センター
福岡東洋陶磁美術館
福岡県立美術館
粕屋町立歴史資料館
芦屋歴史民俗資料館
芦屋釜の里
西南学院大学博物館
野方遺跡住居跡展示館
鞍手町歴史民俗資料館
須惠町立歴史民俗資料館
飯塚市歴史資料館

Libraries in Fukutsu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Fukuoka City Public Library0.0
Kasuya Town Library0.0
Kasuya Town Library0.0
Sasaguri Town Library0.0
Wajiro Library0.0
おおまち文庫0.0
カメリアステージ0.0
中間市民図書館0.0
久山町民図書館0.0
久山町民図書館0.0
北九州市立若松図書館島郷分館0.0
博多南図書館0.0
博多南図書館0.0
古賀市立図書館0.0
嘉麻市立碓井図書館0.0
城南図書館0.0
城南図書館0.0
大野城まどかぴあ図書館0.0
大野城まどかぴあ図書館0.0
宗像市民図書館中央館0.0
宗像市民図書館深田分館0.0
宗像市民図書館須恵分館0.0
岡垣サンリーアイ図書館0.0
庄内町立図書館0.0
志免町立町民図書館0.0
志免町立町民図書館0.0
新宮町立図書館0.0
桂川町立図書館0.0
水巻町図書館0.0
直方市立図書館0.0
福岡大学中央図書館0.0
福岡市 南図書館0.0
福岡市 南図書館0.0
福岡市中央図書館0.0
福岡市南図書館0.0
福岡市南図書館0.0
福岡市博多南図書館0.0
福岡市博多南図書館0.0
福岡市博多図書館0.0
福岡市博多図書館0.0
福岡市早良図書館0.0
福岡市早良図書館0.0
福岡市東図書館0.0
福岡市東図書館0.0
福岡市西図書館0.0
福岡市西図書館0.0
福岡市西部図書館0.0
福岡点字図書館0.0
福岡点字図書館0.0
福岡県立図書館0.0
福岡県立図書館 別館・こども図書館0.0
福津市立図書館0.0
筑穂町立ちくほ図書館0.0
芦屋町図書館0.0
西南学院大学図書館0.0
遠賀町立図書館0.0
遠賀町立図書館0.0
須恵町立図書館0.0
飯塚市立図書館0.0
飯塚市立穂波図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Fukutsu

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Yoshiduka Little Asian Market
Yoshiduka Little Asian Market
福岡市中央卸売市場 鮮魚市場
福岡花市場

Hotels in Fukutsu

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

IC. House
オテルグレージュ
三国屋旅館

Restaurants in Fukutsu

11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dent de Lion
アイアンマン
フレンドリー
まりものうどん
ラーメン暖暮
大阪屋
宮地館
洋食バル マカロニ食堂
焼肉ウエスト
生そば あずま
道の駅むなかた

Cafes in Fukutsu

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Furukouji Cafe & Gallery
K2水産
くつろぎ
光カフェ
茶処木かげ

Clinics in Fukutsu

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ありよしレディースクリニック

Dentists in Fukutsu

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

あかま歯科医院
かわしま歯科医院

Train Stations in Fukutsu

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Higashifukuma

Gas Stations in Fukutsu

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
JA SS
JP #12254069432
コスモ石油

Golf Courses in Fukutsu

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NEWユーアイゴルフクラブ

Breweries in Fukutsu

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Toyomura Sake Brewing Company Ltd.

Stadiums & Teams in Fukutsu

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Fukutsu

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kuju Forest Park 0.0 $0
Tenzan Ski Resort 0.0 $0

Airports Near Fukutsu

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fukuoka AirportFUKLarge Airport
Kitakyushu AirportKKJLarge Airport
Kyushu Saga International AirportHSGLarge Airport
Iki AirportIKIMedium Airport
JASDF Ashiya Air BaseMedium Airport
JASDF Tsuiki Air BaseMedium Airport
Imari Flying Club AirfieldSmall Airport
JGSDF Metabaru AirfieldSmall Airport
Kita-Ariake Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Kuju GliderportSmall Airport
Ozuki AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Fukutsu

8 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
勝浦簡易郵便局
大島郵便局
宮司郵便局
津屋崎郵便局
神湊郵便局
福間光陽台郵便局
福間内殿郵便局
福間団地内郵便局

Treatment Centers in Fukutsu

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
LETSクラブ高取
おなか心療クリニック
たろうクリニック
ナーシングセンター八幡
丘の上皮膚科アレルギー科
博多レディスクリニック
坂本眼科クリニック
天神頭痛クリニック
宿久耳鼻咽喉科
府川医院 Fukawa Clinic General Internal Medicine (English Speaking)
明仁会都築病院
肛門科胃腸科コロプロクリニック
黒田整形外科

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fukutsu

29 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Miyajidake Shrine
上高宮
光蓮寺
八龍神社
医王院
善福寺
大日神社
天満宮
天満宮
宗像大社高宮祭場
宗像神社
宗念寺
教安寺
日吉宮
氏八満神社
波折神社
海心寺
海心寺
海王寺
的原宮
的原神社
的原神社
真光寺
神武神社
秋葉神社
金刀比羅神社
金比羅神社
金毘羅権現
髙宮

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

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 Fukutsu

What is the population of Fukutsu?

Fukutsu has a population of 67,033 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 1,110 people per square mile, spread across 60.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Fukutsu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,000, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,000 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $420 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Fukutsu?

Fukutsu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.1 inches.

How is the job market in Fukutsu?

The job market in Fukutsu is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 2,145 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Fukutsu?

The median home value in Fukutsu is $84,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $420.

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