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Katsumada, Japan

Okayama · Japan

Katsumada is a small city in Okayama, Japan with a population of 10,888. Elevation: 325 ft (99 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
10,888 Population 433/sq mi density
325 ft Elevation 99 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
61.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$30,800 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$30,800 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,000 home value, $380/mo rent

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About Katsumada

Katsumada

Katsumada Station is a passenger railway station located in the town of Shōō, Katsuta District, Okayama Prefecture, Japan, operated by West Japan Railway Company.

People

Population10,888
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density433/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$30,800
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,000
Rent$380
Housing Units4,355

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
Rain61.9 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Population10,888
Population Density433 / sq mi
Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Coordinates35.0333°, 134.1167°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkayama
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation61.9 inches (1,572 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$30,800
Median Age48.6 years

About Katsumada

Katsumada is a small city in Japan (Okayama) with a population of 10,888. The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet (99 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Katsumada has a population of 10,888 with a density of 433 people per square mile, spread across 25.2 square miles. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

10,888
Total Population
433
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above Japan avg
25.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Katsumada vs Japan Average

The median household income in Katsumada is $30,800, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 348 business establishments.

Income: Katsumada vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,800
59% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)348

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Katsumada is $76,000, 73% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $380 (67% below the national average of $1,163). There are 4,355 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,000
73% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$380
67% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units4,355

Property Tax

Climate in Katsumada

Katsumada 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 1450 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 7.4° 37.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 8.3° 65.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 12.2° 111.9
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 19.5° 141.2
May 0°C / 32°F — / 23.5° 149.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 26.8° 239.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 30.1° 269.9
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 31.8° 106.5
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 27.3° 167.5
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 21.6° 75.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 15° 54.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 9.4° 32.4
Katsumada enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above Japan avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Area25.2 sq mi (65.1 km²)
Population Density433/sq mi
Coordinates35.0333°N, 134.1167°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.9"
63% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 9.37"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

183 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.9. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 29, 2025.

Jan 16, 1995 8 km S of Akashi, Japan M6.9 96 km
Oct 6, 2000 8 km ESE of Matsue, Japan M6.7 101 km
Apr 11, 1990 11 km ENE of Maizuru, Japan M6.1 131 km
Apr 12, 2013 6 km WNW of Sumoto, Japan M5.8 98 km
Aug 7, 1992 21 km N of Miyazu, Japan M5.8 122 km
Apr 8, 2018 8 km NNE of ?dach?-?da, Japan M5.7 144 km
Jun 17, 2018 near the south coast of western Honshu, Japan M5.5 141 km
Aug 28, 1991 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan M5.5 89 km
Apr 21, 2000 27 km NNE of Maizuru, Japan M5.5 143 km
Oct 8, 2000 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M5.4 99 km
Sep 24, 2003 5 km WNW of Ayabe, Japan M5.4 103 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 49 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 56 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 85 km
Oct 8, 2000 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan M5.2 82 km
Apr 26, 2007 15 km ESE of Niihama, Japan M5.1 140 km
Jul 5, 2011 12 km NNW of Gob?, Japan M5.0 149 km
Jan 16, 1995 20 km SW of Akashi, Japan M5.0 85 km
Apr 16, 1994 16 km ENE of Maizuru, Japan M5.0 136 km
Sep 28, 1990 24 km NNW of Kariya, Japan M4.9 16 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

43 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 2 208 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 109 km
2018 Trami Category 1 187 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 72 km
2018 Jongdari Category 1 279 km
2017 Noru Category 1 146 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 255 km
2015 Goni Category 1 284 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 227 km
2014 Halong Category 1 238 km
2014 Phanfone Category 1 255 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 280 km
2011 Roke Category 3 276 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 165 km
2009 Melor Category 1 255 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 259 km
2007 Usagi Category 2 207 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 287 km
2005 Nabi Category 1 256 km
2004 Songda Category 2 177 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.3 m (37 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1927 SW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 11.3 m 3,022 109 km
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 82 km
1510 OSAKA BAY Earthquake 2.0 m 127 km
1808 E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.5 m 141 km
1995 KOBE, JAPAN Earthquake 0.3 m 6,434 100 km
1791 OASAKA BAY Earthquake 131 km
745 OSAKA BAY, JAPAN Earthquake 118 km
701 SEA OF JAPAN Earthquake 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (137 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 137 km
Oki-Dogo Shield 151 m (495 ft) Unknown 145 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.9 in
March 43°F (6°C) 4.0 in
April 53°F (12°C) 5.4 in
May 62°F (17°C) 5.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 8.6 in
July 77°F (25°C) 9.4 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 5.0 in Warmest
September 71°F (21°C) 8.8 in
October 60°F (15°C) 4.3 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in Driest

Katsumada has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 37°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 61.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (9.4") and December the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Katsumada

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立大崎小学校
市立広野小学校
町立吉野小学校
柵原学園
岡山県立勝間田高等学校
勝央町立勝間田小学校
津山市立勝加茂小学校
津山市立成名小学校
勝央町立勝央北小学校
町立勝央中学校
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Radio Stations near Katsumada

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Katsumada

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
biotope
Nagi Vicarya Museum
いきいき交流ふるさと館
だんじり展示館
つやま自然のふしぎ館(津山科学教育博物館)
てつどう模型館
てつどう模型館レトロおもちゃ館
上郡町郷土資料館
中島病院旧本館
作州城東屋敷
作州民芸館
備前市吉永美術館
兵庫県立大学西はりま天文台
兵庫県立西はりま天文台公園
勝北歴史民俗資料館
勝央美術文学館
和気町役場 歴史民俗資料館
和気町歴史民俗資料館
和気町田原井堰資料館
国指定史跡 箕作阮甫旧宅
城東むかし町家
奥津歴史資料館
岡山市環境学習センター「めだかの学校」
御津町郷土歴史資料館
旧中国銀行林野支店
旧塩屋出店
昭和館
柵原鉱山資料館
武蔵資料館
歴史民俗館
母屋
河野美術館
津山まなびの鉄道館
津山土岐家財団記念館
津山城下町歴史館
津山城下町歴史館
津山市久米歴史民俗資料館
津山市加茂町歴史民族資料館
津山弥生の里文化財センター
津山洋学資料館
津山郷土博物館
現代玩具博物館・オルゴール夢館
石谷家住宅
西河克己映画記念館
誕生寺宝物館
赤松の郷 昆虫文化館
郷土芸能伝承館・獅子の館
鏡野郷土博物館
閑谷学校資料館

Libraries in Katsumada

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Nagi Town Library0.0
Takebe Town Library0.0
Ziba Platform0.0
あわくら会館・あわくら図書館0.0
まちなかさろん再々0.0
久米南町図書館0.0
佐用町立図書館0.0
備前市立図書館吉永分館0.0
勝央図書館0.0
和気町立佐伯図書館0.0
和気町立図書館0.0
岡山市立御津図書館0.0
智頭町立ちえの森ちづ図書館0.0
智頭町立智頭図書館0.0
津山市立久米図書館0.0
津山市立加茂町図書館0.0
津山市立勝北図書館0.0
津山市立図書館0.0
津山高専図書館0.0
美作市立中央図書館0.0
美作市立作東図書館0.0
美作市立東粟倉図書館0.0
美作市立東粟倉図書館0.0
美作市立英田図書館0.0
美咲町立柵原図書館0.0
赤磐市立吉井図書館0.0
赤磐市立熊山図書館0.0
赤磐市立赤坂図書館0.0
鏡野町立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Katsumada

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
An Open‐Air Market
Sansaimura

Restaurants in Katsumada

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

味舗 一蔵
親父のライスハウス

Theatres in Katsumada

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

勝央文化ホール

Theme Parks in Katsumada

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

おかやまファーマーズマーケット・ノースヴィレッジ

Train Stations in Katsumada

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Katsumada
Mimasaka-Ōsaki
Nishi-Katsumada

Gas Stations in Katsumada

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
JP #1120022757
勝央SASS

Banks in Katsumada

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

中国銀行

Stadiums & Teams in Katsumada

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Ski Resorts Near Katsumada

19 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Hyper Bowl Tohachi 0.0 $0
Tajima Farm Park Ski Area 0.0 $0
UP Kannabe Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Ojiro Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Mikata Snow Park 0.0 $0
Azo Koen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hachi Kita Ski Area 0.0 $0
Daisen White Resort 0.0 $0
Sky Valley Ski Area 0.0 $0
Hachikogen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Chikusa Highland Ski resort 0.0 $0
Daisen Masumizu Kogen Snow Park 0.0 $0
Hyounosen Kokusai Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Wakasa Hyonosen Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Kagamiganaru Ski Area 0.0 $0
OkuDaisen Ski resort 0.0 $0
Banshu Tokura Snow Park 0.0 $0
Hiruzen Bear Valley Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Ski & Board Resort Tsuguro Kogen 0.0 $0

Airports Near Katsumada

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Okayama Momotaro AirportOKJLarge Airport
Konotori Tajima AirportTJHMedium Airport
Tottori Sand Dunes Conan AirportTTJMedium Airport
JGSDF Nihonbara AirfieldSmall Airport
Kasaoka Air StationSmall Airport
Kohnan AirportSmall Airport
Suika AirportSmall Airport
Yoshiigawa Eku GliderportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Katsumada

10 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hirono Summary Post Office
Kitawake Post Office
Kurosaka Summary Post Office
Osaki Post Office
Seimei Post Office
Shokamo Summary Post Office
Shoo Post Office
Toyokuda Summary Post Office
Uetsuki Post Office
Yanahara Yasui Summary Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Katsumada

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Tokoji Temple
慈圓寺
朝日神社
清瀧寺
福力荒神社
華蔵寺
観音寺
遊屋八幡神社

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 Katsumada

What is the population of Katsumada?

Katsumada has a population of 10,888 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 433 people per square mile, spread across 25.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Katsumada expensive to live in?

The median household income is $30,800, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $76,000 (73% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $380 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Katsumada?

Katsumada enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.9 inches.

How is the job market in Katsumada?

The job market in Katsumada is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 348 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Katsumada?

The median home value in Katsumada is $76,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $380.

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