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Kita is a small town in Akita, Japan with a population of 3,011. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kita
Kitaakita is a city located in Akita Prefecture, Japan. As of 28 February 2023, the city had an estimated population of 29,201, and a population density of 120 persons per km2. and a population density of 25 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 1,152.76 square kilometres (445.08 sq mi).
People
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A+Climate
| Population | 3,011 |
| Population Density | 36 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 40.0286°, 139.9595° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Akita |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.3 inches (1,507 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.3 inches (21 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $25,100 |
| Median Age | 53.0 years |
About Kita
Kita is a small town in Japan (Akita) with a population of 3,011. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kita vs Japan Average
Income: Kita vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $25,100 |
| 67% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 96 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $60,000 |
| 79% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $300 |
| 74% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 1,204 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 228 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 84.6 sq mi (219.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 36/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0286°N, 139.9595°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
16 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 14.9 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1983 | NOSHIRO, JAPAN | Earthquake | 14.9 m | 104 | 87 km |
| 1833 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 9.0 m | 85 | 144 km |
| 2008 | ARATOZAWA, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.5 m | 23 | 136 km |
| 1793 | W. OFF AOMORI | Earthquake | 1.8 m | 12 | 91 km |
| 1939 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 27 | 40 km |
| 1810 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 57 | 15 km |
| 1804 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 450 | 109 km |
| 1983 | NOSHIRO, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 89 km |
| 1964 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 87 km |
| 1964 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 99 km |
| 1964 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 91 km |
| 1894 | YAMAGATA, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | 726 | 126 km |
| 1766 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | — | 1,700 | 115 km |
| 1644 | HONJO, AKITA | Earthquake | — | 117 | 71 km |
| 1341 | JUSANKO, TSUGARU AOMORI PREFECTURE | Earthquake | — | 2,600 | 115 km |
| 850 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 115 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
13 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Megata (21 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Megata | Maar(s) | 291 m (955 ft) | -2050 | 21 km |
| Akita-Yakeyama | Stratovolcano | 1,366 m (4,482 ft) | 1997 | 68 km |
| Iwakisan | Stratovolcano | 1,625 m (5,331 ft) | 1863 | 76 km |
| Hachimantai | Stratovolcano | 1,613 m (5,292 ft) | -5350 | 77 km |
| Akita-Komagatake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,637 m (5,371 ft) | 1971 | 78 km |
| Iwatesan | Complex | 2,038 m (6,686 ft) | 1919 | 91 km |
| Towada | Caldera | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | 915 | 95 km |
| Chokaisan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 1974 | 104 km |
| Hakkodasan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,585 m (5,200 ft) | 1550 | 105 km |
| Kurikomayama | Stratovolcano | 1,627 m (5,338 ft) | 1950 | 138 km |
| Naruko | Caldera | 470 m (1,542 ft) | 837 | 159 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 170 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 172 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (0°C) | 3.7 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 6.2 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 6.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 5.5 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 5.8 in |
Kita has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 32°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 59.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.7") and March the driest (3.5").
Schools in Kita
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 男鹿市立美里小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 大潟村立大潟小学校・中学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kita
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kita
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akita Prefectural Museum | ||||
| Namahage Museum | ||||
| photo gallery bluehole | ||||
| Polder Museum of Ogata Village | ||||
| エナジアムパーク | ||||
| エナジアムパーク | ||||
| エナジアムパーク | ||||
| 井坂記念館 | ||||
| 井川町歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 伝承館 潟上パークセンター | ||||
| 八郎まつり伝承館 | ||||
| 小池板碑群 | ||||
| 山本ふるさと文化館 | ||||
| 東北石油 豊川油田 展示室 | ||||
| 東北石油 豊川油田 展示室 | ||||
| 植物園 | ||||
| 潟上市 昭和歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 男鹿真山伝承館 | ||||
| 秋田県環境と文化のむら | ||||
| 秋田県環境と文化のむら | ||||
| 秋田県立博物館 分館 旧奈良家住宅 |
Libraries in Kita
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 三種鯉川地区センター 橋本五郎文庫 | 0.0 | |||||
| 潟上市図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 潟上市図書館 昭和分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 潟上市図書館 追分分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 能代市中央図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 船川港図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kita
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| みょうが館 | |||||
| 朝市通り | |||||
| 能代水産 | |||||
| 能代青果地方卸売市場 |
Hotels in Kita
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kita
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Kita
12 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosannen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Omagari Family Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kyowa Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Taiheizan Ski Area Opus | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Matsumori Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ani Ski Resort (Mt. Moriyoshi) | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Ani Yuguchinai Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yakushiyama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Fujisato Choei Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Owani Onsen Ski Resort International Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Iwakisan Hyakuzawa Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Aomori Spring Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kita
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Aomori Airport | AOJ | Large Airport |
| Akita Airport | AXT | Medium Airport |
| Odate Noshiro Airport | ONJ | Medium Airport |
| Hirosaki Fifteen Club Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Inazawa Auxiliary Microlight Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tashiro Nanohana Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Yuri Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kita
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ashizaki Summary Post Office | |
| Fukumezawa Summary Post Office | |
| Iriai Post Office | |
| Noishi Post Office | |
| Ogata Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kita
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 八郎神社 | |
| 大潟神社 | |
| 大谷地神社 | |
| 姥御前神社 | |
| 日枝神社 | |
| 星辻神社 | |
| 森越神社 | |
| 熊野神社 | |
| 相染神社 | |
| 稲荷神社 | |
| 稲荷神社 | |
| 追泊神社 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kita
What is the population of Kita?
Kita has a population of 3,011 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 36 people per square mile, spread across 84.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kita expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,100, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $60,000 (79% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $300 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 Kita?
Kita has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.3 inches, with 8.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kita?
The job market in Kita is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 96 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kita?
The median home value in Kita is $60,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $300.