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Horonobe, Japan

Hokkaido · Japan

Horonobe is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 2,415. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 42°F (5°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,415 Population 12/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
42°F Avg Temperature 5°C
44.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,900 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,900 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,415
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density12/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,900
Unemployment3.0%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units966

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
Rain44.9 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population2,415
Population Density12 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates45.0169°, 141.8514°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature42°F (5°C)
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation44.9 inches (1,141 mm)
Annual Snowfall17.6 inches (45 cm)
Median Household Income$28,900
Median Age49.6 years

About Horonobe

Horonobe is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 2,415. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 18°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Horonobe has a population of 2,415 with a density of 12 people per square mile, spread across 201.0 square miles. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,415
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above Japan avg
201.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Horonobe vs Japan Average

The median household income in Horonobe is $28,900, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 77 business establishments.

Income: Horonobe vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,900
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)77

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Horonobe is $68,000, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $340 (71% below the national average of $1,163). There are 966 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$68,000
76% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$340
71% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units966

Property Tax

Horonobe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches. The area receives 17.6 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below Japan avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area201.0 sq mi (520.7 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates45.0169°N, 141.8514°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.9"
18% above Japan avg
Snowfall 17.6"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

278 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Oct 2, 2024.

Jan 11, 2016 74 km NW of Rumoi, Japan M6.2 85 km
Oct 21, 2011 16 km NE of Asahikawa, Japan M6.1 135 km
Jun 16, 1992 50 km NE of Makubetsu, Japan M6.0 83 km
Feb 19, 2003 26 km NNE of Rumoi, Japan M5.9 97 km
Jul 2, 2022 58 km SSE of Shebunino, Russia M5.9 101 km
Aug 20, 1990 42 km SE of Shebunino, Russia M5.7 135 km
Feb 9, 1993 38 km NNE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.6 77 km
Jun 23, 2023 94 km NE of Hamatonbetsu, Japan M5.6 133 km
Feb 9, 2002 61 km S of Korsakov, Russia M5.5 136 km
Jan 22, 2013 77 km SSW of Rishiri Town, Japan M5.4 92 km
Jan 24, 1993 51 km NNE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.3 87 km
Apr 23, 2017 37 km SE of Shebunino, Russia M5.2 131 km
Aug 19, 2011 76 km NE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.1 108 km
Sep 22, 2012 39 km S of Shebunino, Russia M5.1 118 km
Nov 25, 2013 51 km N of Wakkanai, Japan M5.1 95 km
May 21, 2013 83 km ESE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.1 79 km
Feb 21, 1990 27 km SSW of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 103 km
Aug 10, 2022 51 km SSE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.1 21 km
Jul 5, 2024 10 km WNW of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 81 km
Nov 10, 1990 23 km W of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 76 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1863 NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake 54 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taisetsuzan (170 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Taisetsuzan Stratovolcano(es) 2,291 m (7,516 ft) 1739 170 km
Tokachidake Stratovolcano(es) 2,077 m (6,814 ft) 2004 190 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 27°F (-3°C) 2.4 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
July 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in
August 66°F (19°C) 5.0 in Warmest
September 60°F (15°C) 5.3 in
October 49°F (9°C) 5.4 in Wettest
November 36°F (2°C) 4.9 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 4.4 in

Horonobe has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 18°F in January to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.4") and February the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Horonobe

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Horonobe Junior High School
Horonobe Primary School
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Radio Stations near Horonobe

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Horonobe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ゆうちふるさと資料史思い出館
兜沼郷土資料館
天塩川歴史資料館
幌延町金田心象書道美術館
泥炭産業館
豊富町温泉自然観察館

Libraries in Horonobe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
幌延町生涯学習センター0.0

Farmers Markets in Horonobe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
ホクレン豊富家畜市場

Hotels in Horonobe

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ホテル豊富
北斗荘

Restaurants in Horonobe

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ポロ
福禄寿し
菜味季

Cafes in Horonobe

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ラストチャンス
極楽とんぼ

Train Stations in Horonobe

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Horonobe

Gas Stations in Horonobe

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hokuren SS
ホクタン灯油配送センター

Banks in Horonobe

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JAバンク
稚内信用金庫

Ski Resorts Near Horonobe

11 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Haboro Chomin Skijo 0.0 $0
PIYASHIRI NAYORO SNOW PARK 0.0 $0
Nayoro Piyashiri 0.0 $0
Bifuka Ski Area 0.0 $0
Otoineppu Otoifuji 0.0 $0
Teshio Chomin Ski Area 0.0 $0
Nakatonbestucho Eikotobuki 0.0 $0
Higashigaoka Ski Area 0.0 $0
Toyotomi Ski Area 0.0 $0
Sarufutsu Sonei Ski Area 0.0 $0
Wakkanaishi Komadori Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Horonobe

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rishiri AirportRISMedium Airport
Wakkanai AirportWKJMedium Airport
JGSDF Camp Nayoro Airfield and HeliportSmall Airport
Sarobetsu Flight Club AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Horonobe

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Japan Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Horonobe

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
上幌延諏訪神社
専正寺
幌延神社
神社
長応寺
開進神社
養寿寺

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 Horonobe

What is the population of Horonobe?

Horonobe has a population of 2,415 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 201.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Horonobe 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 Horonobe?

Horonobe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.9 inches, with 17.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Horonobe?

Horonobe has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 77 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Horonobe?

The median home value in Horonobe is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.

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