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Maki, Japan

Niigata · Japan

Maki is a small city in Niigata, Japan with a population of 29,041. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
29,041 Population 988/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
82.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,700 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,700 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,000 home value, $370/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population29,041
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density988/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,700
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$370
Housing Units11,616

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain82.8 in/yr
Sunny Days186/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population29,041
Population Density988 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates37.7500°, 138.8833°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNiigata
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation82.8 inches (2,104 mm)
Annual Snowfall17.2 inches (44 cm)
Median Household Income$28,700
Median Age50.4 years

About Maki

Maki is a small city in Japan (Niigata) with a population of 29,041. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Maki has a population of 29,041 with a density of 988 people per square mile, spread across 29.4 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

29,041
Total Population
988
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above Japan avg
29.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Maki vs Japan Average

The median household income in Maki is $28,700, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 929 business establishments.

Income: Maki vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,700
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)929

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Maki 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 11,616 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, 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 Units11,616

Property Tax

Climate in Maki

Maki has an average annual temperature of 14.2°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.9°C), the coldest is Jan (3.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1855 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.1°C / 38°F 0.4° / 5.8° 178.6
Feb 3.2°C / 38°F 0.2° / 6.2° 117.1
Mar 6.2°C / 43°F 2.5° / 10° 113.6
Apr 11.4°C / 53°F 7.1° / 15.8° 101.3
May 17°C / 63°F 12.8° / 21.1° 101.2
Jun 21.2°C / 70°F 17.8° / 24.6° 106.7
Jul 25.2°C / 77°F 22° / 28.5° 236.6
Aug 26.9°C / 80°F 23.4° / 30.4° 167.4
Sep 22.9°C / 73°F 19.4° / 26.4° 151.6
Oct 17°C / 63°F 13.3° / 20.7° 156.6
Nov 10.9°C / 52°F 7.2° / 14.6° 197.2
Dec 5.8°C / 42°F 2.7° / 8.8° 227.4
Maki experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 186 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 82.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above Japan avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days186 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area29.4 sq mi (76.1 km²)
Population Density988/sq mi
Coordinates37.7500°N, 138.8833°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.8"
118% above Japan avg
Snowfall 17.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 11.81"
Driest Month (May) 4.06"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

467 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 10, 2025.

Jan 1, 2024 2024 Noto Peninsula, Japan Earthquake M7.5 145 km
Feb 7, 1993 69 km NNE of Nanao, Japan M6.6 145 km
Jul 16, 2007 20 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M6.6 45 km
Jun 18, 2019 31 km WSW of Tsuruoka, Japan M6.4 112 km
May 5, 2023 49 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M6.2 141 km
Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 93 km
Apr 12, 2011 8 km WSW of Ishikawa, Japan M5.9 149 km
Jan 9, 2024 53 km WSW of Sado, Japan M5.9 98 km
Jan 1, 2024 42 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.8 147 km
Feb 25, 2013 29 km NE of Numata, Japan M5.8 106 km
Mar 11, 2011 eastern Honshu, Japan M5.7 104 km
Dec 3, 1996 35 km SE of Muramatsu, Japan M5.7 60 km
Jul 16, 2007 16 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M5.7 46 km
Jun 2, 2024 40 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.7 146 km
Jan 22, 1992 8 km WNW of Higashine, Japan M5.7 148 km
May 5, 2023 43 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 145 km
Jan 1, 2024 54 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 133 km
Apr 11, 2011 8 km WSW of Iiyama, Japan M5.5 117 km
Sep 29, 2010 35 km NNW of Kuroiso, Japan M5.5 104 km
Jan 1, 2024 56 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.5 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

21 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Faxai (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 2 248 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 171 km
2018 Jebi Category 1 208 km
2011 Roke Category 1 208 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 241 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 261 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 253 km
2004 Songda Category 1 281 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 259 km
2002 Higos Category 1 175 km
2001 Danas Category 1 202 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 255 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 95 km
1998 Stella Category 1 187 km
1996 Kirk Category 1 231 km
1995 Ryan Category 1 238 km
1994 Orchid Category 1 213 km
1993 Vernon Category 1 239 km
1991 Mireille Category 1 257 km
1990 Flo Category 1 230 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

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

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2024 HONSHU: W COAST Eruption + Earthquake 11.3 m 549 145 km
1833 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 9.0 m 85 130 km
1964 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 5.8 m 36 77 km
1993 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.5 m - 145 km
1987 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.2 m - 96 km
2019 NIIGATA Earthquake 0.1 m - 112 km
2023 NOTO PENINSULA, JAPAN Earthquake 0.1 m 1 141 km
2007 HONSHU: W COAST Earthquake - 15 41 km
1802 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake - 19 52 km
1762 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake - - 42 km
1751 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - 2,100 92 km
1614 NIIGATA PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 83 km
1448 SADO, JAPAN Earthquake - - 66 km
887 NIIGATA Earthquake - 2,000 74 km
863 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - - 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Numazawa (69 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Numazawa Shield 835 m (2,740 ft) -3400 69 km
Hiuchigatake Stratovolcano 2,356 m (7,730 ft) 1544 95 km
Bandaisan Stratovolcano 1,816 m (5,958 ft) 1888 106 km
Nikko-Shiranesan Shield 2,578 m (8,458 ft) 1952 114 km
Myokosan Stratovolcano 2,454 m (8,051 ft) -750 117 km
Nasudake Stratovolcano(es) 1,915 m (6,283 ft) 1963 118 km
Niigata-Yakeyama Lava dome 2,400 m (7,874 ft) 1998 119 km
Azumayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,949 m (6,394 ft) 1977 120 km
Omanago Group Lava dome(s) 2,341 m (7,680 ft) -3050 120 km
Nantaisan Stratovolcano 2,486 m (8,156 ft) -9540 122 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 122 km
Takaharayama Stratovolcano 1,795 m (5,889 ft) -4570 123 km
Adatarayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,728 m (5,669 ft) 1996 124 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 130 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 135 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 10.2 in Coldest
February 35°F (2°C) 7.0 in
March 40°F (5°C) 5.1 in
April 51°F (10°C) 4.2 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in Driest
June 68°F (20°C) 5.1 in
July 76°F (24°C) 7.0 in
August 78°F (26°C) 5.2 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 7.1 in
October 60°F (16°C) 7.0 in
November 49°F (10°C) 9.3 in
December 40°F (5°C) 11.8 in Wettest

Maki has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 35°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 82.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (11.8") and May the driest (4.1").

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Schools in Maki

23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
新潟市立曽根小学校 - - - -
新潟市立赤塚中学校 - - - -
新潟市立西内野小学校 - - - -
県立新潟西高等学校 - - - -
新潟市立巻南小学校 - - - -
新潟市立岩室小学校 - - - -
新潟市立和納小学校 - - - -
新潟市立岩室中学校 - - - -
新潟市立中之口西小学校 - - - -
新潟市立潟南小学校 - - - -
新潟市立漆山小学校 - - - -
新潟市立升潟小学校 - - - -
新潟市立中野小屋中学校 - - - -
新潟市立 西川中学校 - - - -
新潟市立鎧郷小学校 - - - -
県立巻総合高等学校 - - - -
新潟市立巻東中学校 - - - -
新潟市立巻北小学校 - - - -
新潟県立西蒲高等特別支援学校 - - - -
巻高等学校 - - - -
新潟市立松野尾小学校 - - - -
新潟市立赤塚小学校 - - - -
新潟市立小瀬小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Maki

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Nonstop Casiopea - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Maki

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Disaster Prevention Archive
Former Sasagawa Residence
Kakudayama Museum
Minatopia Niigata City History Museum
Minatopia Niigata City History Museum
Minoru Endo Memorial Jisshokan
Nakanokuchi Predecessors Museum
Niigata City Art Museum
Niigata City Art Museum
Niigata City Manga & Anime Museum
Niigata City Manga & Anime Museum
Niigata Saitō Villa
Niigata Saitō Villa
Niigata Science Museum
Niigata Science Museum
Niitsu Art Museum
Niitu Petroleum Museum
Northern Culture Museum
Northern Culture Museum
NSG美術館
NSG美術館
Saito house
Setsuryōsha Museum of Art
Setsuryōsha Museum of Art
Shirone Kite Museum
TERADOMARI AQUARIUM
Treasure Hall
ギャラリーみつけ
みつけ伝承館
三条市歴史民俗産業資料館
中野邸美術館
今井美術館
信濃川大河津資料館
兼続お船ミュージアム
出雲崎石油記念館
加茂市民俗資料館
加茂紙漉場
史跡古津八幡山 弥生の丘展示館
天領出雲崎時代館
安吾風の館
安吾風の館
寺泊民俗資料館
巻菱湖記念時代館
巻菱湖記念時代館
巻郷土資料館
敦井美術館
敦井美術館
新潟大学 旭町学術資料展示館
新潟大学 旭町学術資料展示館
新潟大学旭町学術資料展示館
新潟大学旭町学術資料展示館
新潟市マンガの家
新潟市マンガの家
新潟市役所 教育・文化施設潟東樋口記念美術館
新潟市文化財センター
新潟市歴史博物館みなとぴあ
新潟市歴史博物館みなとぴあ
新潟県埋蔵文化財センター
新潟県政記念館
新潟県政記念館
新潟県政記念館
新潟県政記念館
日本歯科大学新潟生命歯学部　医の博物館
日本歯科大学新潟生命歯学部　医の博物館
明和義人館
明和義人館
柳都美術館
柳都美術館
潟東歴史民俗資料館
燕市産業史料館
田上町民俗資料館
篠田桃紅　作品館
篠田桃紅　作品館
良寛の里美術館
良寛記念館
菊盛記念美術館
見附市大凧伝承館
越後豪農の館 椿寿荘
道の駅良寛の里わしま 歴史民俗資料館
関屋分水資料館
関屋分水資料館

Libraries in Maki

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
三条市立図書館0.0
加茂市立図書館0.0
新津図書館0.0
新潟市 潟東図書館0.0
新潟市内野図書館0.0
新潟市岩室図書館0.0
新潟市立 亀田図書館0.0
新潟市立 亀田図書館0.0
新潟市立中央図書館「ほんぽーと」0.0
新潟市立中央図書館「ほんぽーと」0.0
新潟市立舟江図書館0.0
新潟市立舟江図書館0.0
新潟市立鳥屋野図書館0.0
新潟市立鳥屋野図書館0.0
新潟県点字図書館0.0
新潟県点字図書館0.0
新潟県立図書館0.0
月潟図書館0.0
燕図書館0.0
燕市立吉田図書館0.0
生涯学習センター図書館0.0
生涯学習センター図書館0.0
白根図書館0.0
石山図書館0.0
石山図書館0.0
見附市図書館0.0
黒埼図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Maki

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
とんとん市場
新潟市中央卸売市場
新潟市中央卸売市場
本町下市場（下本町商店街）
本町下市場（下本町商店街）
本町市場
本町市場

Hotels in Maki

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Yumotoya Onsen Ryokan
メイワサンピア

Restaurants in Maki

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

あめいろ・たまねぎ
カーブドッチワイナリー
一品香
割烹渡辺

Train Stations in Maki

5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Echigo-Akatsuka
Echigo-Sone
Iwamuro
Maki
Uchino-Nishigaoka

Gas Stations in Maki

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #3658096483
JP #457820010

Banks in Maki

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

三絛信用金庫

Breweries in Maki

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
百川味噌株式会社
百川味噌株式会社

Stadiums & Teams in Maki

TeamLeagueDivision
Denka Big Swan Stadium
Niigata City Athletics Stadium
北越ガスグラウンド
新潟市体育館
鳥屋野運動公園野球場

Ski Resorts Near Maki

22 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Koshi Kogen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Budoh Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sado Daira Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tainai Ski and Snowboard area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ninox Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mikawa Onsen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fuyudorigoe Ski Garden 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fairy Land Kaneyama Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nagaoka City Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tadami Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Suhara Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chateau Shiozawa Ski Area Yoshizato 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aizukogen Nango Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Yakushi Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Koide Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hakkai Sanroku Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Itsukamachi Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Muikamachi Hakkaisan 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kanayasan Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aizu Kogen Takahata 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Muica Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Maki

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Niigata AirportKIJLarge Airport
Sado AirportSDSMedium Airport
Tanaka Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Maki

15 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Akatsuka Post Office
Echizenhama Post Office
Katahigashi Post Office
Maki Atago Summary Post Office
Maki Post Office
Matsunoo Summary Post Office
Mineoka Post Office
Nakanokoya Post Office
Nishikawa Post Office
Takenomachi Post Office
Urahama Summary Post Office
Urushiyama Post Office
Wano Post Office
Yotsugoya Summary Post Office
五十嵐中島郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Maki

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
和納三社神社
永伝寺
漆山神社
鳥之子神社

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 Maki

What is the population of Maki?

Maki has a population of 29,041 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 988 people per square mile, spread across 29.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Maki expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,700, 62% 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 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Maki?

Maki has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 186 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.8 inches, with 17.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Maki?

The job market in Maki is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 929 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Maki?

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

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