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Nobeoka, Japan

Miyazaki · Japan

Nobeoka is a large city in Miyazaki, Japan with a population of 119,521. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
119,521 Population 357/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
85.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$26,200 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$26,200 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,000 home value, $320/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population119,521
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density357/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,200
Unemployment2.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,000
Rent$320
Housing Units47,808

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain85.9 in/yr
Sunny Days181/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population119,521
Population Density357 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates32.5833°, 131.6667°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceMiyazaki
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation85.9 inches (2,182 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,200
Median Age50.2 years

About Nobeoka

Nobeoka is a large city in Japan (Miyazaki) with a population of 119,521. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Nobeoka has a population of 119,521 with a density of 357 people per square mile, spread across 335.1 square miles. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

119,521
Total Population
357
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above Japan avg
335.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nobeoka vs Japan Average

The median household income in Nobeoka is $26,200, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 43 business establishments, including 8 restaurants.

Income: Nobeoka vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,200
65% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)43

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare21
Retail5

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nobeoka is $64,000, 77% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $320 (72% below the national average of $1,163). There are 47,808 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$64,000
77% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$320
72% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units47,808

Property Tax

Climate in Nobeoka

Nobeoka 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 2162 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / 12.1° 44.3
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / 12.8° 69.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / 15.7° 182.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / 20.7° 257.8
May 0°C / 32°F — / 23.8° 223.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / 26.1° 340.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / 30° 252.1
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / 31° 255.1
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / 28.3° 291.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / 24.2° 145.2
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / 18.9° 66.6
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / 14.7° 32.1
Nobeoka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 181 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average61.2°F
13% above Japan avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days181 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area335.1 sq mi (868.0 km²)
Population Density357/sq mi
Coordinates32.5833°N, 131.6667°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 85.9"
126% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 13.31"
Driest Month (Dec) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

553 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.1. Most recent: M4.4 on Aug 27, 2025.

Aug 8, 2024 2024 Hyuganada Sea, Japan Earthquake M7.1 93 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M7.0 88 km
Jan 13, 2025 15 km SE of Miyazaki, Japan M6.8 84 km
Dec 2, 1996 17 km SW of Miyazaki, Japan M6.7 94 km
Oct 19, 1996 5 km SE of Miyazaki, Japan M6.7 80 km
Apr 17, 2024 18 km W of Uwajima, Japan M6.3 99 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 123 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 78 km
Jan 21, 2022 27 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M6.3 38 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 93 km
May 9, 2019 43 km ESE of Miyazaki, Japan M6.2 91 km
Mar 26, 1997 16 km NE of Satsumasendai, Japan M6.1 138 km
Apr 14, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M6.0 90 km
Dec 16, 1998 22 km S of Kushima, Japan M6.0 149 km
Apr 30, 1994 8 km SSE of Kushima, Japan M5.9 134 km
Apr 5, 2009 10 km N of Miyazaki, Japan M5.8 68 km
Aug 28, 2014 53 km E of Takanabe, Japan M5.8 67 km
Oct 19, 1996 19 km ENE of Miyazaki, Japan M5.7 70 km
May 31, 2005 10 km SSW of Kushima, Japan M5.7 139 km
Apr 25, 2001 18 km SE of Saiki, Japan M5.7 43 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

64 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Shanshan (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 3 128 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 3 119 km
2020 Haishen Category 3 244 km
2020 Chan-hom Category 1 283 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 55 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 201 km
2018 Trami Category 1 129 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 256 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 266 km
2017 Noru Category 1 103 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 81 km
2016 Namtheun Category 1 259 km
2015 Goni Category 3 121 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 251 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 203 km
2014 Halong Category 1 132 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 258 km
2011 Roke Category 4 290 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 120 km
2009 Melor Category 1 266 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 55.0 m (180 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1792 SHIMABARA BAY, KYUSHU ISLAND Landslide 55.0 m 15,000 129 km
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 80 km
1780 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Astronomical 6.0 m 142 km
1662 HIUGANADA Earthquake 5.0 m 200 103 km
1968 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 3.1 m 1 84 km
1914 SEIKAIDO Eruption 3.0 m 63 146 km
1769 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 2.5 m 44 km
1941 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 1.2 m 2 77 km
1939 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 44 km
1931 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.8 m 1 59 km
1929 HYUGANADA SEA Earthquake 0.7 m 110 km
1961 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.7 m 2 110 km
1996 KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.6 m 80 km
2024 HYUGANADA SEA Earthquake 0.5 m 97 km
1970 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.3 m 43 km
1899 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 0.3 m 82 km
2025 HYUGANADA SEA Earthquake 0.2 m 87 km
1996 SEA OF JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m 94 km
1984 KYUSHU, JAPAN Earthquake 0.2 m 34 km
1969 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m 59 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Asosan (62 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 62 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 68 km
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 82 km
Kirishimayama Shield 1,700 m (5,577 ft) 2018 105 km
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 130 km
Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike Maar(s) 40 m (131 ft) -6200 136 km
Aira Caldera 1,117 m (3,665 ft) 2020 146 km
Ata Caldera(s) 924 m (3,031 ft) 885 184 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
March 50°F (10°C) 5.2 in
April 59°F (15°C) 8.1 in
May 65°F (18°C) 9.7 in
June 71°F (22°C) 13.3 in Wettest
July 78°F (26°C) 10.5 in
August 79°F (26°C) 10.4 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 11.8 in
October 65°F (19°C) 6.7 in
November 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in
December 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in Driest

Nobeoka has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 44°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 85.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.3") and December the driest (1.8").

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Colleges & Universities in Nobeoka

Institution Type Founded Website
ポリテクセンター延岡 College
九州医療科学大学 University Visit →

Schools in Nobeoka

54+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
延岡市立東小学校
県立延岡東高等学校
宮崎県立延岡しろやま支援学校
県立延岡青朋高等学校
県立延岡高等学校
私立尚学館中学校
私立尚学館小学校
私立延岡学園高等学校
私立聖心ウルスラ学園高等学校
聖心ウルスラ学園緑苑キャンパス 看護科
延岡市立東海中学校
延岡市立恒富中学校
県立延岡高等学校
延岡市立西小学校
県立延岡星雲高等学校
延岡市立延岡中学校
延岡商業高校野球場
延岡市立恒富小学校
聖心ウルスラ学園高等学校野球グラウンド
延岡市立岡富中学校
延岡市立延岡小学校
延岡こども発達支援センターさくら園
延岡市立東海小学校
延岡市立東海東小学校
宮崎県立延岡商業高校
県立延岡星雲高等学校
延岡市立伊形小学校
市立東海小学校
市立伊形小学校
市立南中学校
市立南小学校
市立南方中学校
市立南方小学校
市立岡富中学校
市立岡富小学校
市立川島小学校
市立延岡小学校
延岡市立恒富中学校
市立方財小学校
市立旭中学校
市立旭小学校
市立上南方小学校
市立東海東小学校
市立浦城小学校
市立港小学校
市立緑ヶ丘小学校
市立西階中学校
市立黒岩中学校
市立黒岩小学校
延岡養護学校跡
延岡市立北川中学校
町立北川小学校
県立延岡商業高等学校
県立延岡工業高等学校
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Radio Stations near Nobeoka

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Nobeoka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
内藤記念館
内藤記念館
延岡市市民会館内藤記念館
若山牧水生家
若山牧水記念文学館
西郷隆盛宿陣跡資料館(西郷南洲翁寓居跡)

Libraries in Nobeoka

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
北方町立図書館0.0
北郷図書館0.0
延岡市立図書館0.0
日向市立図書館0.0
門川町立図書館0.0
門川町立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Nobeoka

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
家畜市場
延岡魚市場

Hotels in Nobeoka

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HOTEL AREAONE NOBEOKA
Nobeoka Daiichi Hotel
ホテル延岡
ルートイン
延岡アーバンホテル
延岡ワシントンホテル

Restaurants in Nobeoka

32 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ganso Chicken-Nanban Naochan
Gusto
Jolly-Pasta
Jolly–Pasta
Joyfull
Joyfull
Ringer Hut
Yakiniku King
うどんそば やま信
かつ庵
かつ庵 南延岡店
キャナリィ・ロウ 延岡店
クレープ ティファニー
しばらく
ジョイフル延岡出北店
やま信
レストランはゆま
味のおぐら
味のおぐら
味のおぐらチェーン 旭ヶ丘店
天領うどん 昭和町店
夾竹園
旬食 吉庵
桝元
桝元
桝元
桝元
焼肉 丸丸 日の出店
珉珉
神田川
神田川
風来軒

Cafes in Nobeoka

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Komeda's Coffee
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks

Dentists in Nobeoka

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

せせらぎ歯科

Veterinaries in Nobeoka

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #1462830487
東九州動物医療センター

Train Stations in Nobeoka

8 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asahigaoka
Hyuga-Nagai
Ichitana
Kita-Nobeoka
Kitagawa
Minami-Nobeoka
Nobeoka
Sotaro

Gas Stations in Nobeoka

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
JA-SS
JA-SS
JA-SS
JP #549674004
SOLATO
セルフ延岡SS
昭和シェル石油 内田石油 平原SS

Banks in Nobeoka

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kagoshima Bank
延岡信用金庫 本店

Shopping Malls in Nobeoka

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

イオン多々良店
イオン多々良店

Gyms in Nobeoka

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
JP #1108988761
アープロス

Ski Resorts Near Nobeoka

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Gokase Highland Ski Area 0.0 $0
Kuju Forest Park 0.0 $0

Airports Near Nobeoka

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Miyazaki AirportKMILarge Airport
Aso Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
JASDF Nyūtabaru Air BaseSmall Airport
Kuju GliderportSmall Airport
Oita Prefectural (Oitakenou) AirportSmall Airport
Ubuyama Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Nobeoka

30 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
北川郵便局
南延岡駅前郵便局
大武簡易郵便局
大貫簡易郵便局
川水流郵便局
延岡中川原郵便局
延岡出北郵便局
延岡古城簡易郵便局
延岡塩浜簡易郵便局
延岡大瀬郵便局
延岡大門郵便局
延岡富美山郵便局
延岡川島郵便局
延岡平原郵便局
延岡日の出郵便局
延岡旭ヶ丘郵便局
延岡旭郵便局
延岡桜ケ丘郵便局
延岡熊野江郵便局
延岡祇園郵便局
延岡緑ヶ丘郵便局
延岡舞野郵便局
延岡若葉簡易郵便局(一時閉鎖中)
延岡西階郵便局
延岡郵便局
延岡駅前郵便局
方財簡易郵便局
曽木郵便局
祝子簡易郵便局
長井郵便局

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nobeoka

28 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
パーフェクトリバティー教団
三福寺
下舞野神社
与太夫神社
亀井神社
今山八幡宮
創価学会
創価学会
古川薬師堂
夏田山扇森稲荷神社
大将軍社
大将軍神社(祠)
安賀多神社
富士正一位稲荷大神
小山神社
山田稲荷神社
幸福の科学
延岡カトリック教会
恵比寿神社
春日神社
王代神社
竹谷神社
粟野名神社
菅原神社
蛇谷霊場奥の院
行縢神社
行縢神社
願成寺

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

Around Nobeoka

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 59
Hospitals 21
Restaurants 8
Cafes 2
Supermarkets 5
Banks 2
Museums 1
Hotels 5
Parks 30
Police Stations 10
Fire Stations 2
Places of Worship 5

🇯🇵 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 Nobeoka

What is the population of Nobeoka?

Nobeoka has a population of 119,521 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 357 people per square mile, spread across 335.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nobeoka expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,200, 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 Nobeoka?

Nobeoka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.9 inches.

How is the job market in Nobeoka?

The job market in Nobeoka is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 43 business establishments in the area, including 8 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Nobeoka?

The median home value in Nobeoka is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.

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