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Kuromatsunai, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Kuromatsunai is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 2,791. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
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| Population | 2,791 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.6681°, 140.3061° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 51.0 inches (1,295 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 15.8 inches (40 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Kuromatsunai
Kuromatsunai is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 2,791. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 24°F in January to 66°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kuromatsunai vs Japan Average
Income: Kuromatsunai vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 89 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Units | 1,116 |
Property Tax
Climate in Kuromatsunai
Kuromatsunai has an average annual temperature of 8.9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Aug (21.5°C), the coldest is Jan (-2.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1263 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.6°F |
| 16% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 244 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 133.5 sq mi (345.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6681°N, 140.3061°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 32.0 m (105 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1993 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | 32.0 m | 231 | 93 km |
| 1640 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 8.0 m | 700 | 73 km |
| 1947 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 138 km |
| 1993 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 85 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 113 km |
| 1792 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 96 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Niseko (37 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 37 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 45 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 46 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 73 km |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 74 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 88 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 119 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 150 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°F (-5°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 42°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 66°F (19°C) | 4.4 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 4.8 in |
Kuromatsunai has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 24°F in January to 69°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 51.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.0") and May the driest (2.8").
Schools in Kuromatsunai
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 黒松内小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 黒松内中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立白井川中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 北海道余市養護学校しりべし学園分校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立白井川小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kuromatsunai
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Kuromatsunai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ピリカ旧石器文化館 | ||||
| 平和祈念館 |
Libraries in Kuromatsunai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ふれあいの森情報館マナヴェール | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kuromatsunai
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kuromatsunai
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kuromatsunai
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Kuromatsunai
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kuromatsunai
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kuromatsunai
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kuromatsunai
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Kuromatsunai
17 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suttsu Town Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shakotan Town | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Otaru Tenguyama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Consadole Niki Ski Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Iwanai Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahigaoka Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chisennupri | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Niseko United | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hakodate Nanae Snowpark | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Rusutsu Resort Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Funamidai Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Orofure Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Pirika Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Muroran-shi Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yakumo Choei Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Greenpia Onuma | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Kuromatsunai
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| JASDF Yakumo Airbase | — | Small Airport |
| Shikabe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Yoichi Agricultural Airfield / Appleport Yoichi | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kuromatsunai
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 熱郛郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kuromatsunai
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 中の川神社 | |
| 光徳寺 | |
| 旭野神社 | |
| 本遠寺 | |
| 永昌寺 | |
| 洞参寺 | |
| 熊野神社 | |
| 熱郛神社 | |
| 真言寺 | |
| 西の沢神社 | |
| 観音寺 | |
| 開正寺 |
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What is the population of Kuromatsunai?
Kuromatsunai has a population of 2,791 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 133.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kuromatsunai 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 Kuromatsunai?
Kuromatsunai has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 66°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 51.0 inches, with 15.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kuromatsunai?
Kuromatsunai has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 89 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kuromatsunai?
The median home value in Kuromatsunai is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.