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Nakanokami, Japan
Kagoshima · Japan
Nakanokami is a small city in Kagoshima, Japan with a population of 5,445. Elevation: 502 ft (153 m). Average temperature: 65°F (19°C).
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| Population | 5,445 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 502 ft (153 m) |
| Coordinates | 30.4147°, 130.9056° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kagoshima |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 118.4 inches (3,006 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,600 |
| Median Age | 50.0 years |
About Nakanokami
Nakanokami is a small city in Japan (Kagoshima) with a population of 5,445. The city sits at an elevation of 502 feet (153 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 118.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Nakanokami vs Japan Average
Income: Nakanokami vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,600 |
| 65% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 174 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $320 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 2,178 |
Property Tax
Climate in Nakanokami
Nakanokami 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 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.4°F |
| 21% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 135 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 502 ft (153 m) |
| Area | 637.4 sq mi (1,650.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.4147°N, 130.9056°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1780 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | 6.0 m | — | 133 km |
| 1914 | SEIKAIDO | Eruption | 3.0 m | 63 | 132 km |
| 1996 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 25 km |
| 1961 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 125 km |
| 1781 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | — | 38 | 132 km |
| 1780 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Astronomical | — | — | 133 km |
| 766 | N. KAGOSHIMA BAY | Astronomical | — | — | 133 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kuchinoerabujima (66 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Kuchinoerabujima | Stratovolcano(es) | 657 m (2,156 ft) | 2020 | 66 km |
| Kikai | Caldera | 704 m (2,310 ft) | 2020 | 71 km |
| Ata | Caldera(s) | 924 m (3,031 ft) | 885 | 95 km |
| Kuchinoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 628 m (2,060 ft) | 1190 | 107 km |
| Nakanoshima | Stratovolcano(es) | 979 m (3,212 ft) | 1914 | 118 km |
| Aira | Caldera | 1,117 m (3,665 ft) | 2020 | 133 km |
| Suwanosejima | Stratovolcano(es) | 796 m (2,612 ft) | 2020 | 144 km |
| Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike | Maar(s) | 40 m (131 ft) | -6200 | 154 km |
| Akusekijima | Stratovolcano(es) | 555 m (1,821 ft) | Unknown | 165 km |
| Kirishimayama | Shield | 1,700 m (5,577 ft) | 2018 | 169 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 7.1 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 10.3 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 11.4 in | |
| May | 69°F (20°C) | 14.4 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 18.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 9.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 11.8 in | |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 8.0 in | |
| November | 62°F (17°C) | 6.9 in | |
| December | 53°F (12°C) | 5.4 in | Driest |
Nakanokami has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 49°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 118.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (18.5") and December the driest (5.4").
Schools in Nakanokami
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立中平小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立南界小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立南種子中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立大川小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立岩岡小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立島間小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立平山小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立花峰小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立茎南小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立西野小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立長谷小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 南種子町立南種子中学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nakanokami
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Nakanokami
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| たねがしま赤米館 | ||||
| 中種子町立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 宇宙科学技術館 |
Libraries in Nakanokami
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 中種子町中央公民館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 南種子町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Nakanokami
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nakanokami
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nakanokami
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| New Tanegashima Airport | TNE | Medium Airport |
| Yakushima Airport | KUM | Medium Airport |
| Mageshima Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Satsuma Iōjima Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nakanokami
11 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 下中簡易郵便局 | |
| 南種子郵便局 | |
| 坂井郵便局 | |
| 岩岡簡易郵便局 | |
| 島間郵便局 | |
| 平山郵便局 | |
| 熊野簡易郵便局 | |
| 茎永郵便局 | |
| 西之郵便局 | |
| 西海簡易郵便局 | |
| 長谷簡易郵便局 |
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What is the population of Nakanokami?
Nakanokami has a population of 5,445 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 637.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Nakanokami expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,600, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 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 Nakanokami?
Nakanokami enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 135 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 118.4 inches.
How is the job market in Nakanokami?
The job market in Nakanokami is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 174 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Nakanokami?
The median home value in Nakanokami is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.