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Ishigaki, Japan
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Ishigaki is a mid-size city in Okinawa, Japan with a population of 47,637. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
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About Ishigaki
Ishigaki is a city in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It includes Ishigaki island and the Senkaku Islands territory. The city is the political, cultural, and economic center of the Yaeyama Islands. New Ishigaki Airport serves the city. As of December 2012, the city has an estimated population of 48,816 and a population density of 213 persons per km2. The total area is 229.00 km2.
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| Population | 47,637 |
| Population Density | 42 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 24.3448°, 124.1572° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Okinawa |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.1 inches (2,110 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,800 |
| Median Age | 44.2 years |
About Ishigaki
Ishigaki is a mid-size city in Japan (Okinawa) with a population of 47,637. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Ishigaki vs Japan Average
Income: Ishigaki vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $24,800 |
| 67% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,524 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $74,000 |
| 74% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $370 |
| 68% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 19,055 |
Property Tax
Climate in Ishigaki
Ishigaki has an average annual temperature of 24.8°C (77°F). The hottest month is Jul (30°C), the coldest is Jan (19°C). Average annual precipitation is 2074 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.0°F |
| 37% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 185 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 1,125.0 sq mi (2,913.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 42/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 24.3448°N, 124.1572°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 85.4 m (280 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1771 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 85.4 m | 13,486 | 41 km |
| 1938 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 145 km |
| 2002 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 5.1 in | Driest |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 72°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| July | 83°F (29°C) | 6.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 9.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 81°F (27°C) | 8.4 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 6.9 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 5.9 in |
Ishigaki has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 64°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 83.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.4") and February the driest (5.1").
Schools in Ishigaki
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ishigaki City Ishigaki Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 石垣市立真喜良小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Yashima Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ishigaki City Arakawa Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Okinawa Prefecture Yaeyama Commerce and Industry High School | — | — | — | — |
| 志学塾石垣校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立名蔵小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立宮良小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Ishigaki City Nagura Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| 八重山養護学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Taketomi Town Taketomi Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Taketomi Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| 市立大本小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Ishigaki City Sakieda Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ishigaki City Shiraho Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ishigaki City Shiraho Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ishigaki City Ishigaki Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ishigaki City Ohama Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ishigaki City Heishin Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 市立吉原小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立崎枝小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Ishigaki City Ohama Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 私立海星小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立登野城小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Ishigaki City Ishigaki Daini Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Ishigaki City Kawahara Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Okinawa Prefecture Yaeyama High School | — | — | — | — |
| Okinawa Prefecture Yaeyama Agricultural and High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Ishigaki
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Ishigaki
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folkcraft Museum | ||||
| Iriomote Wildlife Conservation Center | ||||
| Ishigaki City Yaeyama Museum | ||||
| Ishigaki Yaima Village | ||||
| Satake Yaeyama Palm Memorial Hall | ||||
| Yoko Gushiken Memorial hall | ||||
| 喜宝院蒐集館 |
Libraries in Ishigaki
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ishigaki City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Okinawa Prefecture Misato City Library Yaetama branch | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ishigaki
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 新川漁港 | |||||
| 石垣市特産品販売センター |
Hotels in Ishigaki
33 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ishigaki
76 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ishigaki
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Ishigaki
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Ishigaki
4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ishigaki
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ishigaki
17 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Ishigaki
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ishigaki
13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ishigaki
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Ishigaki
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Ishigaki
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 石垣島ビール |
Airports Near Ishigaki
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| New Ishigaki Airport | ISG | Medium Airport |
| Tarama Airport | TRA | Medium Airport |
| Hateruma Airport | HTR | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ishigaki
8 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ishigaki Heishin Post Office | |
| Ishigaki Shinei Post Office | |
| Shiraho Post Office | |
| Taketomi Post Office | |
| Yaeyama Post Office | |
| 大浜郵便局 | |
| 川平郵便局 | |
| 真喜良郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ishigaki
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Misaki-utaki Sacred Site | |
| Saaji Ori | |
| Tourinji Temple | |
| 世持御嶽 | |
| 久間原御嶽 | |
| 冨崎観音堂 | |
| 創価学会八重山文化会館 | |
| 喜宝院 布教所 | |
| 幸本御嶽 | |
| 日蓮正宗唱行寺 | |
| 東パイザーシ御嶽 | |
| 石垣宝来宝来神社 | |
| 美崎御嶽 | |
| 西塘御嶽 |
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Public Holidays in Japan
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What is the population of Ishigaki?
Ishigaki has a population of 47,637 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 1,125.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Ishigaki expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,800, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $74,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $370 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Ishigaki?
Ishigaki has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.1 inches.
How is the job market in Ishigaki?
Ishigaki has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 1,524 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Ishigaki?
The median home value in Ishigaki is $74,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $370.