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Nemuro, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Nemuro is a mid-size city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 31,223. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
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About Nemuro
Nemuro is a city and port located in Nemuro Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan. It is the capital city of Nemuro Subprefecture. Much of the city lies on the Nemuro Peninsula. As of February 29, 2012, the city has an estimated population of 29,087, with 12,966 households, and a population density of 56.74 persons per km2. The total area is 512.63 km2 (197.93 sq mi).
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| Population | 31,223 |
| Population Density | 31 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.3236°, 145.5750° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.3 inches (1,099 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.9 inches (23 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Nemuro
Nemuro is a mid-size city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 31,223. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 26°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Nemuro vs Japan Average
Income: Nemuro vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 999 |
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 | 12,489 |
Property Tax
Climate in Nemuro
Nemuro has an average annual temperature of 6.7°C (44°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.8°C), the coldest is Feb (-4.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1049 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 43.3°F |
| 20% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 79 ft (24 m) |
| Area | 1,022.3 sq mi (2,647.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 31/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3236°N, 145.5750°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
13 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 10.4 m (34 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1994 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 10.4 m | 11 | 149 km |
| 1973 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.0 m | — | 23 km |
| 1894 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 4.0 m | 1 | 98 km |
| 1938 | E. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 1 | 107 km |
| 1973 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 67 km |
| 1974 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 92 km |
| 1973 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 84 km |
| 1968 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 96 km |
| 1980 | S. KURIL ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 98 km |
| 2004 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 51 km |
| 1961 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 70 km |
| 1961 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 47 km |
| 1893 | NEMURO, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | — | 92 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tomariyama [Golovnin] (58 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tomariyama [Golovnin] | Caldera | 535 m (1,755 ft) | 1848 | 58 km |
| Raususan [Mendeleev] | Stratovolcano | 882 m (2,894 ft) | 1880 | 74 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 86 km |
| Shiretoko-Iozan | Stratovolcano | 1,562 m (5,125 ft) | 1936 | 96 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 98 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 127 km |
| Chachadake [Tiatia] | Stratovolcano | 1,822 m (5,978 ft) | 1981 | 127 km |
| Ruruidake [Smirnov] | Stratovolcano | 1,486 m (4,875 ft) | Unknown | 134 km |
| Berutarubesan [Berutarube] | Stratovolcano | 1,221 m (4,006 ft) | Unknown | 167 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 24°F (-4°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 38°F (3°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 45°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | |
| June | 51°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 4.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 32°F (-0°C) | 2.6 in |
Nemuro has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 24°F in February to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.4") and February the driest (1.6").
Schools in Nemuro
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市立海星小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立海星中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 柏陵中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 北海道根室西高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 花咲小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 成央小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Hokkaido Nemuro High School | — | — | — | — |
| 光洋中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 北斗小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立花咲港小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Nemuro Keiun Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nemuro
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Nemuro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nemuro City History and Nature Museum | ||||
| Nemuro City History and Nature Museum |
Libraries in Nemuro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nemuro City Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Nemuro
9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nemuro
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Nemuro
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Nemuro
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Nemuro
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Nemuro
5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nemuro
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nemuro
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nemuro
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Nemuro
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Nemuro
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nemuro
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nakashibetsu Airport | SHB | Medium Airport |
| Yausubetsu Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Yuzhno-Kurilsk Mendeleyevo Airport | DEE | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nemuro
11 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nemuro Taisho Post Office | |
| 光洋簡易郵便局 | |
| 和田簡易郵便局 | |
| 根室平内郵便局 | |
| 根室曙簡易郵便局 | |
| 根室有磯郵便局 | |
| 根室港郵便局 | |
| 根室郵便局 | |
| 歯舞郵便局 | |
| 温根沼簡易郵便局 | |
| 花咲郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nemuro
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Byakugoji Temple | |
| Daitokuji Temple | |
| Jokoji Temple | |
| Jutsujoji Temple | |
| Kounji Temple | |
| Nemuro Izumo Shrine | |
| Nemuro Kotohira Shrine | |
| Nemurosan Kaihoji Temple | |
| Seiryuji Temple | |
| 創価学会 | |
| 根室キリスト教会 | |
| 法海寺 | |
| 法真寺 | |
| 真宗大谷派根室別院 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Nemuro
What is the population of Nemuro?
Nemuro has a population of 31,223 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 31 people per square mile, spread across 1,022.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Nemuro 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 Nemuro?
Nemuro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.3 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Nemuro?
Nemuro has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 999 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Nemuro?
The median home value in Nemuro is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.