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Hatchō-muta, Japan

Fukuoka · Japan

Hatchō-muta is a small city in Fukuoka, Japan with a population of 13,820. Average temperature: 62°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
13,820 Population 1,611/sq mi density
62°F Avg Temperature 16°C
69.2 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

Population13,820
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1,611/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,000
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,000
Rent$420
Housing Units5,528

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
Rain69.2 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Population13,820
Population Density1,611 / sq mi
Coordinates33.2107°, 130.4339°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukuoka
Average Temperature62°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation69.2 inches (1,757 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,000
Median Age47.0 years

About Hatchō-muta

Hatchō-muta is a small city in Japan (Fukuoka) with a population of 13,820. The average annual temperature is 62°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Hatchō-muta has a population of 13,820 with a density of 1,611 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,820
Total Population
1,611
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Japan avg
8.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hatchō-muta vs Japan Average

The median household income in Hatchō-muta 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 442 business establishments.

Income: Hatchō-muta vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)442

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hatchō-muta 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 5,528 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 Units5,528

Property Tax

Climate in Hatchō-muta

Hatchō-muta has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1958 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 43.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 84.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 113.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 174.1
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 160.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 306.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 371.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 255.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 175.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 129.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 71.1
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 73.8
Hatchō-muta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average).

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above Japan avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Geography

Area8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²)
Population Density1,611/sq mi
Coordinates33.2107°N, 130.4339°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.2"
82% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 12.36"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

261 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 56 km
Mar 20, 2005 28 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M6.6 72 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 67 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 139 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 53 km
Mar 26, 1997 16 km NE of Satsumasendai, Japan M6.1 144 km
Apr 14, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M6.0 63 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km S of Kikuchi, Japan M5.7 47 km
Jul 12, 2015 12 km SSW of Usuki, Japan M5.5 124 km
May 22, 1998 9 km NE of Bungo-Takada-shi, Japan M5.5 110 km
Apr 19, 2005 8 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M5.5 53 km
Apr 15, 2016 10 km NE of Aso, Japan M5.5 71 km
Apr 18, 2016 8 km NNE of Aso, Japan M5.5 66 km
Feb 12, 1994 4 km WSW of ?kuchi-shinohara, Japan M5.4 129 km
Nov 4, 2002 Kyushu, Japan M5.4 138 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km WSW of Aso, Japan M5.4 64 km
Apr 14, 2016 14 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.4 64 km
Apr 14, 2016 4 km NNE of Uto, Japan M5.3 60 km
Apr 15, 2016 13 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.3 61 km
Apr 19, 2016 6 km NNE of Honmachi, Japan M5.3 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 2 80 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 2 3 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 2 242 km
2020 Haishen Category 2 126 km
2020 Maysak Category 2 226 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 38 km
2018 Trami Category 1 244 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 132 km
2017 Noru Category 1 235 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 205 km
2016 Chaba Category 1 253 km
2016 Namtheun Category 1 273 km
2015 Goni Category 3 46 km
2014 Halong Category 1 258 km
2013 Danas Category 1 188 km
2012 Sanba Category 3 236 km
2012 Damrey Category 1 300 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 252 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 87 km
2007 Man-yi Category 2 183 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 53 km
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 118 km
1828 AMAKUSA SEA Earthquake - - 84 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake - - 118 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake - - 118 km
1619 YATSUSHIRO, JAPAN Earthquake - - 81 km
1597 BEPPU BAY, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake - 40 109 km
744 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake - 1,520 90 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Unzendake (52 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 52 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 72 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 77 km
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 89 km
Kirishimayama Shield 1,700 m (5,577 ft) 2018 148 km
Fukue Shield(s) 315 m (1,033 ft) -400 160 km
Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike Maar(s) 40 m (131 ft) -6200 161 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 179 km
Aira Caldera 1,117 m (3,665 ft) 2020 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 2.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in
March 49°F (10°C) 4.1 in
April 59°F (15°C) 5.8 in
May 67°F (19°C) 6.4 in
June 74°F (23°C) 12.4 in Wettest
July 81°F (27°C) 11.9 in
August 82°F (28°C) 7.1 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 7.8 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in

Hatchō-muta has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 42°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 69.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.4") and January the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Hatchō-muta

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立三潴中学校 - - - -
市立三潴小学校 - - - -
市立城島中学校 - - - -
市立城島小学校 - - - -
市立木室小学校 - - - -
市立江上小学校 - - - -
市立犬塚小学校 - - - -
市立青木小学校 - - - -
町立大木中学校 - - - -
町立大溝小学校 - - - -
町立大莞小学校 - - - -
町立木佐木小学校 - - - -
県立三潴高等学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Hatchō-muta

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Hatchō-muta

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Birthplace of Hakushu Kitahara / Yanagawa Municipal Folk Museum
Chikuzen-machi Tachiarai Peace Memorial Museum
Former Koga Bank
Fukuoka Science Museum
Fukuoka Science Museum
Fukuoka Science Museum
Higasasu
Kurume Kasuri Museum
Kurume Kasuri Museum
Manda Koh Station
Museum of Water
Nabeshima Chokokan Museum
Ogi City Historical Museum
Ogi City Nakabayashi Gochiku Museum
Okada Saburosuke Atelier
Saga Balloon Museum
Saga Prefectural Art Museum
Saga Prefectural Museum
Saga Prefectural Saga Castle History Museum
Saga University Art Museum
Sano Tsunetami and the Mietsu Naval Dock History Museum
Shogetsu Writers Museum
Tachibana Museum
Tateishi Harumi Memorial Art Museum
Yanagawa Archives
Yanagawa Kanko Kaihatsu K.K.
さが水ものがたり館
つきほし歴史館
つきほし歴史館
上峰町郷土資料館
上峰町郷土資料館
中冨記念くすり博物館
中冨記念くすり博物館
久光製薬ミュージアム
久光製薬ミュージアム
九州歴史資料館
九州芸文館
五郎山古墳資料館
佐賀バルーンミュージアム
佐賀市文化財資料館
古代植物館
古賀政男音楽博物館分館古賀政男記念館
吉野ケ里遺跡展示室
和水町歴史民俗資料館
和水町歴史資料館
大牟田市石炭産業科学館
大牟田市石炭産業科学館
大牟田市立三池カルタ記念館;大牟田市立図書館
宮崎兄弟資料館
山鹿市立博物館
岩戸山歴史資料館
広川町古墳公園資料館
広川町古墳公園資料館
徐福長寿館
東名縄文館
柳川古文書館
瀬高町歴史資料館
熊本県立装飾古墳館
甘木歴史資料館
真木和泉守顕彰記念館
真木和泉守顕彰記念館
石橋美術館 別館
石橋美術館 別館
石橋財団石橋美術館
石橋財団石橋美術館
筑後市 郷土資料館
荒尾干潟・水鳥湿地センター
荒尾干潟・水鳥湿地センター
荒尾総合文化センター子ども科学館

Libraries in Hatchō-muta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kamimine Town Library0.0
Kamimine Town Library0.0
Kanzaki City Library0.0
Kanzaki City Library Sefuri Branch0.0
Kitano Library0.0
Kitano Library0.0
Kiyama Town Library0.0
Kurume City Public Library0.0
Kurume City Public Library0.0
Mikatsuki Library, Ogi City Library0.0
Miyaki Town Library0.0
Miyaki Town Library0.0
Nishikyushu University Library0.0
Ogi City Library Ashikari Branch0.0
Ogi City Library Ushizu Branch0.0
Ogi Library, Ogi City Library0.0
Saga City Public Library0.0
Saga Prefectural Library0.0
Saga University Library0.0
Shiroishi Town Yuai Libarary0.0
Sunmesse Tosu Library0.0
Sunmesse Tosu Library0.0
Tosu City Public Library0.0
Yanagawa Archives0.0
Yanagawa City Library0.0
Yanagawa City Library Mizu-no-Sato Branch0.0
こころざしの森 オープンスペース0.0
こすもす館図書室0.0
こすもす館図書室0.0
久留米市立三潴図書館0.0
久留米市立三潴図書館0.0
久留米市立中央図書館西分館0.0
久留米市立六ツ門図書館0.0
久留米市立六ツ門図書館0.0
久留米市立城島図書館0.0
佐賀市立図書館三瀬館0.0
佐賀市立図書館久保田館0.0
佐賀市立図書館大和館0.0
佐賀市立図書館富士館0.0
佐賀市立図書館川副館0.0
佐賀市立図書館巨勢分室0.0
佐賀市立図書館本庄分室0.0
佐賀市立図書館東与賀館0.0
佐賀市立図書館諸富館0.0
佐賀市立図書館金立分室0.0
佐賀市立図書館鍋島分室0.0
佐賀市立図書館開成分室0.0
佐賀市立図書館高木瀬分室0.0
八女市立図書館0.0
医学図書館0.0
南関町立図書館0.0
吉野ヶ里町中央公民館図書室0.0
吉野ヶ里町東脊振公民館図書室0.0
大刀洗町立図書館0.0
大川市立図書館0.0
大木町図書館0.0
大浦公民館図書室0.0
大牟田市立三池カルタ記念館;大牟田市立図書館0.0
小郡市立図書館0.0
小郡市立図書館0.0
市立図書館0.0
柳川市立三橋図書館0.0
柳川市立図書館両開分館0.0
柳川市立図書館昭代分館0.0
柳川市立図書館蒲池分館0.0
柳川市立雲龍図書館0.0
瀬高町立図書館0.0
甘木市立図書館0.0
神埼市立図書館千代田分館0.0
筑前町めくばーる図書館0.0
筑前町図書館0.0
荒尾市立図書館0.0
農村環境改善センター図書室0.0
農村環境改善センター図書室0.0
雲龍図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Hatchō-muta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Central Chikugo Fish Market
PERSICA PANTRY
PERSICA PANTRY
八女青果(株)

Restaurants in Hatchō-muta

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ジョイフル福岡大川店
久留米軒
水車
焼き鳥 ひでちゃん
筑豊ラーメン山小屋

Monuments in Hatchō-muta

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

宮原幸雄先生顕彰碑
鶴岡家屋敷跡

Clinics in Hatchō-muta

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

わたなべ整骨院
古賀医院

Dentists in Hatchō-muta

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

うちだ歯科クリニック

Train Stations in Hatchō-muta

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hatchōmuta
Inuzuka
Kamachi
Omizo

Gas Stations in Hatchō-muta

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
JA
JP #5218887122
JP #714746886

Breweries in Hatchō-muta

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Asahi Brewery
Yanagawa'n Brewery
窓乃梅酒造

Stadiums & Teams in Hatchō-muta

TeamLeagueDivision
佐賀競馬場

Ski Resorts Near Hatchō-muta

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Gokase Highland Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tenzan Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Hatchō-muta

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fukuoka AirportFUKLarge Airport
Kitakyushu AirportKKJLarge Airport
Kumamoto AirportKMJLarge Airport
Kyushu Saga International AirportHSGLarge Airport
Nagasaki AirportNGSLarge Airport
Amakusa AirportAXJMedium Airport
Iki AirportIKIMedium Airport
JASDF Ashiya Air Base-Medium Airport
JASDF Tsuiki Air Base-Medium Airport
Aso Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Imari Flying Club Airfield-Small Airport
JGSDF Metabaru Airfield-Small Airport
JMSDF Omura Air BaseOMJSmall Airport
Kita-Ariake Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Shirakawa Gliderport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Hatchō-muta

10 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
三潴郵便局
上牟田口簡易郵便局
城島郵便局
大木郵便局
大溝郵便局
大莞郵便局
木室郵便局
江上郵便局
蒲池郵便局
青木郵便局

Treatment Centers in Hatchō-muta

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Tenjudo Clinic
くるめ駅前クリニック
なかしま眼科
みやさと皮膚科クリニック
三原医院
久留米おの眼科
井上内科医院
古賀医院
本間メディカルクリニック
松隈産婦人科クリニック
田中内科クリニック
藤本消化器内科医院
通所リハビリテーションジェイハーティー

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hatchō-muta

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
高良玉垂神社

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 Hatchō-muta

What is the population of Hatchō-muta?

Hatchō-muta has a population of 13,820 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 1,611 people per square mile, spread across 8.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hatchō-muta 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 Hatchō-muta?

Hatchō-muta enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.2 inches.

How is the job market in Hatchō-muta?

The job market in Hatchō-muta is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 442 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hatchō-muta?

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

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