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Izena, Japan

Okinawa · Japan

Izena is a small town in Okinawa, Japan with a population of 1,518. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

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A Great
1,518 Population 4/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
81.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$24,800 Median Income
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Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$24,800 median income, 3.6% unemployment
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Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,000 home value, $370/mo rent

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About Izena

Izena

Izena is a village occupying Izena Island in the north of Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. There are five localities of about equal size and population located on the island: Izena, Nakada, Shomi, Uchihana, and Jicchaku.

People

Population1,518
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,800
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$370
Housing Units607

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain81.1 in/yr
Sunny Days189/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population1,518
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates26.9165°, 127.9314°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkinawa
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation81.1 inches (2,059 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,800
Median Age44.2 years

About Izena

Izena is a small town in Japan (Okinawa) with a population of 1,518. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 81.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Izena has a population of 1,518 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 411.1 square miles. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,518
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above Japan avg
411.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Izena vs Japan Average

The median household income in Izena is $24,800, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 49 business establishments.

Income: Izena vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,800
67% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Izena is $74,000, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $370 (68% below the national average of $1,163). There are 607 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

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 Units607

Property Tax

Izena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 189 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 81.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

62°F Jan (16°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average72.6°F
34% above Japan avg
January Average62°F (16°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days189 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area411.1 sq mi (1,064.7 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates26.9165°N, 127.9314°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 81.1"
113% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 9.49"
Driest Month (Dec) 4.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

970 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 28, 2025.

Feb 26, 2010 70 km SE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M7.0 120 km
Mar 2, 2014 109 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.5 80 km
Jul 22, 2004 91 km E of Nago, Japan M6.1 107 km
Aug 7, 2007 136 km WNW of Nago, Japan M6.0 116 km
Jun 16, 1990 153 km N of Nago, Japan M6.0 120 km
Jun 4, 1992 145 km WSW of Naze, Japan M6.0 123 km
Jul 8, 2008 107 km NNE of Nago, Japan M6.0 79 km
Apr 14, 1991 82 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.0 57 km
Mar 26, 2009 155 km NW of Nago, Japan M5.9 134 km
Jul 31, 2007 134 km NW of Nago, Japan M5.9 113 km
May 1, 2023 69 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.9 114 km
Sep 28, 2009 146 km N of Nago, Japan M5.8 113 km
May 17, 1990 13 km W of Nago, Japan M5.8 34 km
Jun 2, 1996 102 km NNE of Nago, Japan M5.8 79 km
Sep 26, 2016 110 km NNE of Nago, Japan M5.7 88 km
Apr 20, 2007 102 km NNE of Nago, Japan M5.7 76 km
Aug 3, 2014 143 km WSW of Naze, Japan M5.7 127 km
Jun 13, 2013 90 km E of Nago, Japan M5.6 104 km
Feb 21, 2022 143 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.6 148 km
Feb 8, 2022 Ryukyu Islands, Japan M5.6 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

101 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Shanshan (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 4 299 km
2024 Bebinca Category 1 221 km
2023 Khanun Category 4 159 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 4 200 km
2021 In-fa Category 2 289 km
2020 Maysak Category 4 169 km
2020 Haishen Category 4 268 km
2020 Bavi Category 2 169 km
2019 Lingling Category 4 271 km
2019 Tapah Category 1 237 km
2019 Neoguri Category 1 260 km
2018 Soulik Category 2 296 km
2018 Trami Category 2 24 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 98 km
2018 Kong-rey Category 1 183 km
2017 Talim Category 3 298 km
2017 Saola Category 1 51 km
2016 Chaba Category 5 149 km
2016 Namtheun Category 3 285 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 260 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.2 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1768 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 1.2 m 91 km
2010 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 120 km
1664 TORISHIMA, RYUKYU ISLANDS Astronomical 109 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Io-Torishima (111 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Io-Torishima Complex 212 m (696 ft) 1968 111 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (16°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 62°F (16°C) 5.0 in
March 65°F (18°C) 6.4 in
April 70°F (21°C) 7.7 in
May 74°F (24°C) 9.3 in
June 79°F (26°C) 9.5 in Wettest
July 84°F (29°C) 6.8 in Warmest
August 83°F (29°C) 8.7 in
September 81°F (27°C) 7.1 in
October 77°F (25°C) 6.3 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.4 in
December 65°F (18°C) 4.2 in Driest

Izena has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 81.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.5") and December the driest (4.2").

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Schools in Izena

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Izena Village Izena Junior High School
Izena Village Izena Elementary School
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Radio Stations near Izena

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FM Kahoku 78.7 (FMかほく, JOZZ5AM-FM, 78.7 MHz, Kahoku City, Ishikawa) enka, japan MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Izena

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Nakijin Village History and Culture Center
Oceanic Culture Museum
Tropical Dream Center
伊平屋村歴史民俗資料館

Libraries in Izena

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Nakijin Village Library0.0
国頭村民ふれあいセンター図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Izena

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
JA Okinawa Nakijin branch Nakijin Livestock Seri Market
Nakijin no Eki So-re
愛すらんど古宇利島

Hotels in Izena

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

いずみ荘
なかがわ館

Gas Stations in Izena

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JA-SS

Banks in Izena

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JAおきなわ伊是名支店

Stadiums & Teams in Izena

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Izena

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kadena Air BaseDNALarge Airport
Naha International AirportOKALarge Airport
Futenma Marine Corps Air StationMedium Airport
Iejima AirportIEJMedium Airport
Yoron AirportRNJMedium Airport
Aguni AirportAGJSmall Airport
Iejima Auxiliary Air BaseSmall Airport
Ieshima West (LHA) AirfieldSmall Airport
Izena Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Kerama AirportKJPSmall Airport

Post Offices in Izena

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Izena Post Office

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 Izena

What is the population of Izena?

Izena has a population of 1,518 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 411.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Izena 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 Izena?

Izena has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 189 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 81.1 inches.

How is the job market in Izena?

Izena has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 49 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Izena?

The median home value in Izena is $74,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $370.

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