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Nishida, Japan

Shimane · Japan

Nishida is a small city in Shimane, Japan with a population of 13,433. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
13,433 Population 13/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 13°C
67.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$27,200 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$27,200 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,000 home value, $330/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population13,433
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density13/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,200
Unemployment1.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,000
Rent$330
Housing Units5,373

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
Rain67.7 in/yr
Sunny Days213/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population13,433
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates36.2000°, 133.3051°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceShimane
Average Temperature56°F (13°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation67.7 inches (1,719 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,200
Median Age51.4 years

About Nishida

Nishida is a small city in Japan (Shimane) with a population of 13,433. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Nishida has a population of 13,433 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 1,032.0 square miles. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

13,433
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above Japan avg
1,032.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nishida vs Japan Average

The median household income in Nishida is $27,200, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 430 business establishments.

Income: Nishida vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,200
64% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)430

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nishida is $66,000, 77% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $330 (72% below the national average of $1,163). There are 5,373 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,000
77% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$330
72% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units5,373

Property Tax

Climate in Nishida

Nishida has an average annual temperature of 14.6°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.4°C), the coldest is Jan (4.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1818 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.6°C / 40°F 1.2° / 8.1° 160.0
Feb 4.7°C / 40°F 0.8° / 8.6° 112.7
Mar 7.2°C / 45°F 2.6° / 11.7° 128.4
Apr 11.8°C / 53°F 6.9° / 16.6° 122.1
May 16.5°C / 62°F 12.1° / 20.9° 134.7
Jun 20.6°C / 69°F 16.9° / 24.3° 166.1
Jul 24.8°C / 77°F 21.7° / 27.9° 204.5
Aug 26.4°C / 80°F 23° / 29.9° 154.1
Sep 22.4°C / 72°F 18.7° / 26.2° 230.2
Oct 17°C / 63°F 12.7° / 21.3° 120.7
Nov 12°C / 54°F 7.8° / 16.1° 124.0
Dec 7.1°C / 45°F 3.4° / 10.8° 160.9
Nishida enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 213 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above Japan avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days213 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area1,032.0 sq mi (2,672.9 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates36.2000°N, 133.3051°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.7"
78% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Sep) 8.11"
Driest Month (Apr) 3.98"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.7. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 15, 2025.

Oct 6, 2000 8 km ESE of Matsue, Japan M6.7 84 km
Apr 8, 2018 8 km NNE of ?dach?-?da, Japan M5.7 125 km
Aug 28, 1991 9 km SSW of Yasugich?, Japan M5.5 96 km
Oct 8, 2000 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M5.4 120 km
Jan 11, 2001 15 km E of Tottori, Japan M5.3 128 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 109 km
Sep 16, 2002 24 km SW of Kurayoshi, Japan M5.3 110 km
Oct 8, 2000 8 km SSW of Yonago, Japan M5.2 93 km
Apr 8, 2018 6 km S of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.7 139 km
Oct 6, 2000 9 km S of Yonago, Japan M4.7 95 km
Apr 8, 2018 9 km S of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.6 142 km
Nov 23, 1990 23 km NNW of Niimi, Japan M4.6 113 km
Aug 17, 2021 14 km NNE of Sh?bara, Japan M4.5 138 km
Jan 19, 2001 35 km NE of Tottori, Japan M4.5 115 km
Apr 8, 2018 14 km SSE of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.5 142 km
Aug 16, 2024 83 km NNW of Kameshima, Japan M4.5 137 km
Jan 23, 2001 16 km E of Tottori, Japan M4.4 126 km
Oct 6, 2000 4 km W of Yasugich?, Japan M4.4 87 km
Apr 8, 2018 13 km S of ?dach?-?da, Japan M4.4 145 km
Aug 2, 2021 21 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M4.4 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

27 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Hinnamnor (2022).

Year Name Category Closest
2022 Hinnamnor Category 1 226 km
2018 Jebi Category 2 221 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 218 km
2017 Noru Category 1 294 km
2015 Goni Category 2 236 km
2007 Usagi Category 1 113 km
2005 Nabi Category 1 219 km
2004 Songda Category 2 94 km
2004 Chaba Category 2 117 km
2003 Etau Category 2 245 km
1999 Bart Category 2 84 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 286 km
1998 Zeb Category 1 192 km
1997 Rosie Category 1 176 km
1996 Kirk Category 2 106 km
1995 Ryan Category 2 118 km
1994 Orchid Category 2 284 km
1993 Yancy Category 2 143 km
1993 Robyn Category 1 174 km
1992 Janis Category 1 135 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Oki-Dogo (4 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Oki-Dogo Shield 151 m (495 ft) Unknown 4 km
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 133 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 6.7 in
February 37°F (3°C) 5.4 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 4.4 in
April 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in Driest
May 60°F (15°C) 4.1 in
June 67°F (19°C) 6.0 in
July 74°F (24°C) 7.2 in
August 77°F (25°C) 5.1 in Warmest
September 70°F (21°C) 8.1 in Wettest
October 60°F (15°C) 5.0 in
November 51°F (10°C) 5.6 in
December 43°F (6°C) 6.0 in

Nishida has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 37°F in February to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 67.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.1") and April the driest (4.0").

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Schools in Nishida

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
町立西郷小学校 - - - -
隠岐町立西郷小学校 - - - -
隠岐養護学校 - - - -
町立西郷南中学校 - - - -
町立西郷中学校 - - - -
町立今津小学校 - - - -
磯小学校 - - - -
県立隠岐高等学校 - - - -
町立有木小学校 - - - -
県立隠岐水産高等学校 - - - -
町立中条小学校 - - - -
町立五箇中学校 - - - -
町立五箇小学校 - - - -
町立都万中学校 - - - -
町立都万小学校 - - - -
町立加茂小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Nishida

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Nishida

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
村上家資料館
海士町後鳥羽院資料館
隠岐郷土館

Libraries in Nishida

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
海士町中央図書館0.0
隠岐の島町図書館0.0

Hotels in Nishida

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

アイランドホテル しまじ
ホテル のち
ホテル宮尾
竹の坊
隠岐プラザホテル

Restaurants in Nishida

18 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jackと豆の木
MS Home
カフェ グリーングラス
こめこめまんま
サカータブロス
ファミリーレストラン いりふね
ライトハウス
味の蔵
味太郎
料亭 末廣
更科
水車
海宝
煉瓦屋
登貴
讃岐
鍋国
青柳

Cafes in Nishida

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

100taro coffee

Dentists in Nishida

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

つつみ DENTAL CLINIC
西郷歯科診療所
酒井歯科医院

Veterinaries in Nishida

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

おきのしま動物病院

Gas Stations in Nishida

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
Idemitsu
Idemitsu
Idemitsu

Banks in Nishida

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JA Bank
山陰合同銀行 西郷支店
島根銀行

Airports Near Nishida

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Oki Global Geopark AirportOKIMedium Airport
Yonago Kitaro Airport / JASDF Miho Air BaseYGJMedium Airport

Post Offices in Nishida

18 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Fuse Post Office
Goka Post Office
Iso Post Office
Kumi Summary Post Office
Nakamura Post Office
Nakasuji Post Office
Oku Post Office
Saigo Higashimachi Summary Post Office
Saigo Post Office
Togo Summary Post Office
Tsudo Summary Post Office
Tsuma Post Office
ヤマト運輸 隠岐の島センター
今津簡易郵便局
西郷有木簡易郵便局
那久簡易郵便局
郡簡易郵便局
隠岐加茂簡易郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nishida

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
仁蔵大明神
出雲大社 西郷分院
創価学会
国府尾神社
国府尾神社 鳥居
大川神社
大御崎神社
御碕神社
日乃賣神社
東山神社
水祖神社
玉若酢命神社
諾浦神社
隠岐國分寺

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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

Volcanoes Near Nishida

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Oki-Dogo Shield 151 m -

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 Nishida

What is the population of Nishida?

Nishida has a population of 13,433 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 1,032.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nishida expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,200, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $66,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $330 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 Nishida?

Nishida enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 213 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.7 inches.

How is the job market in Nishida?

The job market in Nishida is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 430 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nishida?

The median home value in Nishida is $66,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $330.

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