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Nōgata, Japan

Fukuoka · Japan

Nōgata is a mid-size city in Fukuoka, Japan with a population of 56,821. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
56,821 Population 2,382/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
70.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$32,000 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$32,000 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,000 home value, $420/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population56,821
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density2,382/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,000
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,000
Rent$420
Housing Units22,728

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain70.8 in/yr
Sunny Days208/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Population56,821
Population Density2,382 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates33.7405°, 130.7226°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukuoka
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation70.8 inches (1,797 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,000
Median Age47.0 years

About Nōgata

Nōgata is a mid-size city in Japan (Fukuoka) with a population of 56,821. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Nōgata has a population of 56,821 with a density of 2,382 people per square mile, spread across 23.9 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

56,821
Total Population
2,382
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Japan avg
23.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nōgata vs Japan Average

The median household income in Nōgata is $32,000, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,818 business establishments.

Income: Nōgata vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,000
57% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)1,818

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nōgata is $84,000, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $420 (64% below the national average of $1,163). There are 22,728 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$84,000
70% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$420
64% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units22,728

Property Tax

Climate in Nōgata

Nōgata 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 1731 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 68.3
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 79.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 114.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 140.9
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 135.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 242.2
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 338.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 175.7
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 161.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 114.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 79.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 82.0
Nōgata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 208 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above Japan avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days208 days/yr

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area23.9 sq mi (61.8 km²)
Population Density2,382/sq mi
Coordinates33.7405°N, 130.7226°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.8"
86% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 12.44"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

253 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 6, 2025.

Apr 15, 2016 6 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M7.0 106 km
Mar 20, 2005 28 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M6.6 55 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 102 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 78 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 106 km
Apr 14, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M6.0 116 km
Jun 25, 1997 17 km E of Hagi, Japan M5.9 109 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km S of Kikuchi, Japan M5.7 91 km
Apr 15, 2016 10 km NE of Aso, Japan M5.5 91 km
Jul 12, 2015 12 km SSW of Usuki, Japan M5.5 124 km
Apr 19, 2005 8 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M5.5 52 km
May 22, 1998 9 km NE of Bungo-Takada-shi, Japan M5.5 74 km
Apr 18, 2016 8 km NNE of Aso, Japan M5.5 88 km
Apr 14, 2016 14 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.4 111 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km WSW of Aso, Japan M5.4 95 km
Apr 19, 2016 6 km NNE of Honmachi, Japan M5.3 132 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M5.3 115 km
Apr 14, 2016 4 km NNE of Uto, Japan M5.3 114 km
Apr 15, 2016 13 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.3 109 km
Oct 28, 1991 13 km SSW of Ube, Japan M5.2 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

55 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Shanshan (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 2 143 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 2 19 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 1 214 km
2020 Haishen Category 2 155 km
2020 Maysak Category 2 229 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 94 km
2018 Trami Category 1 266 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 141 km
2017 Noru Category 1 245 km
2016 Malakas Category 2 232 km
2016 Chaba Category 1 252 km
2015 Goni Category 3 27 km
2014 Halong Category 1 253 km
2013 Danas Category 1 206 km
2012 Sanba Category 3 245 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 258 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 54 km
2007 Man-yi Category 2 209 km
2006 Shanshan Category 2 42 km
2005 Nabi Category 2 34 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

7 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 15,000 117 km
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 103 km
1828 AMAKUSA SEA Earthquake 148 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 103 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake 103 km
1619 YATSUSHIRO, JAPAN Earthquake 138 km
1597 BEPPU BAY, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 40 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yufu-Tsurumi (80 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 80 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 88 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 102 km
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 116 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 117 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in
March 47°F (8°C) 4.5 in
April 56°F (13°C) 6.1 in
May 64°F (18°C) 6.3 in
June 71°F (22°C) 11.3 in
July 78°F (26°C) 12.4 in Wettest
August 80°F (27°C) 6.2 in Warmest
September 73°F (23°C) 7.9 in
October 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.1 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in Driest

Nōgata has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 70.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (12.4") and December the driest (2.5").

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Schools in Nōgata

25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立福地小学校
福岡県立筑豊高等学校
市立木屋瀬小学校
市立感田小学校
北九州市立木屋瀬中学校
北九州市立星ヶ丘小学校
市立直方北小学校
私立大和青藍高等学校
県立鞍手高等学校
県立鞍手竜徳高等学校
県立筑豊高等学校
県立直方高等学校
福岡県立直方特別支援学校
市立上頓野小学校
市立直方西小学校
市立直方第二中学校
市立直方第三中学校
市立直方第一中学校
市立直方東小学校
市立直方南小学校
市立植木中学校
市立新入小学校
市立宮田北小学校
市立中泉小学校
市立下境小学校
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Radio Stations near Nōgata

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Nōgata

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fureai Culture Museum
Fureai Culture Museum
Kita-Kyushu Manga Museum
Kita-Kyushu Manga Museum
Kitakyushu Innovation Gallery and Studio
Kyushu National Museum
Kyushu National Museum
Kyushu Railway History Museum
Kyushu Railway History Museum
Nogata City Coal Mine Memorial Museum
Nogata City Coal Mine Memorial Museum
Shimonoseki Shipyard Historical Museum
Shimonoseki Shipyard Historical Museum
Sino-Japan Peace Treaty Memorial Hall
Sino-Japan Peace Treaty Memorial Hall
Tagawa City Coal Mine and City History Museum
TOTO Museum
Treasure Hall
ZENRIN Museum
ZENRIN Museum
アインシュタイン・メモリアルルーム
アインシュタイン・メモリアルルーム
いのちのたび博物館
ふくちのち
みやこ町歴史民俗博物館
やまぎん史料館
やまぎん史料館
わかちく資料館
万葉植物園
下関市立近代先人顕彰館(田中絹代ぶんか館)
下関市立近代先人顕彰館(田中絹代ぶんか館)
久我美術館
出光佐三記念美術館・出光美術館(門司)
出光佐三記念美術館・出光美術館(門司)
勅使殿
勅使殿
北九州イノベーションギャラリー
北九州市平和のまちミュージアム
北九州市水環境館
北九州市水環境館
北九州市立 こども文化会館
北九州市立 小倉城庭園
北九州市立 小倉城庭園
北九州市立美術館
北九州市立美術館
北九州市立美術館分館
北九州市立美術館分館
北九州市立自然史・歴史博物館(いのちのたび博物館)
北九州市立長崎街道木屋瀬宿記念館
嘉麻市立織田慶喜美術館・碓井郷土館
多賀谷美術館
大宰府展示館
大野城市歴史資料展示室
大野城心のふるさと館
宇美八幡宮宝物殿
宇美町立歴史民俗資料館
宗像大社神宝館
宝蔵
宮地嶽神社民家村自然広苑
山口銀行旧本店
山口銀行旧本店
岩﨑記代子音楽記念館
平尾台自然観察センター
志免町歴史資料室
旧下関英国領事館
旧下関英国領事館
旧大連航路上屋
旧大連航路上屋
旧大阪商船
旧大阪商船
旧門司三井倶楽部
旧門司三井倶楽部
松本清張記念館
松本清張記念館
梅光学院大学博物館
梅光学院大学博物館
水環境館
水環境館
河伯洞
王塚装飾古墳館
田川市美術館
福岡二日市文学館
筑紫野市歴史博物館(ふるさと館ちくしの)
粕屋町立歴史資料館
芦屋歴史民俗資料館
芦屋釜の里
藤原義江記念館
藤原義江記念館
赤間神宮宝物殿
赤間神宮宝物殿
道原の眼鏡橋
門司電気通信レトロ館
門司電気通信レトロ館
関門海峡ミュージアム
関門海峡ミュージアム
鞍手町歴史民俗資料館
須惠町立歴史民俗資料館
飯塚市歴史資料館

Libraries in Nōgata

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kasuya Town Library0.0
Kasuya Town Library0.0
Sasaguri Town Library0.0
おおまち文庫0.0
ふくちのち0.0
下関市立彦島図書館0.0
下関市立彦島図書館0.0
中間市民図書館0.0
久山町民図書館0.0
久山町民図書館0.0
九州登山情報センター0.0
八幡西図書館0.0
八幡西図書館0.0
勝山町図書館0.0
北九州市立中央図書館0.0
北九州市立中央図書館企救分館0.0
北九州市立中央図書館企救分館0.0
北九州市立中央図書館曽根分館0.0
北九州市立中央図書館曽根分館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館八幡南分館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館八幡東分館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館八幡東分館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館大池分館0.0
北九州市立八幡図書館大池分館0.0
北九州市立国際友好記念図書館0.0
北九州市立国際友好記念図書館0.0
北九州市立戸畑図書館0.0
北九州市立戸畑図書館0.0
北九州市立戸畑図書館戸畑分館0.0
北九州市立戸畑図書館戸畑分館0.0
北九州市立若松図書館0.0
北九州市立若松図書館0.0
北九州市立若松図書館島郷分館0.0
北九州市立門司図書館0.0
北九州市立門司図書館大里分館0.0
北九州市立門司図書館大里分館0.0
北九州市立門司図書館大里分館0.0
嘉穂町立図書館0.0
嘉麻市立碓井図書館0.0
大野城まどかぴあ図書館0.0
大野城まどかぴあ図書館0.0
太宰府市民図書館0.0
宗像市民図書館中央館0.0
宗像市民図書館深田分館0.0
宗像市民図書館須恵分館0.0
山田市立図書館0.0
岡垣サンリーアイ図書館0.0
川崎町立図書館0.0
庄内町立図書館0.0
志免町立町民図書館0.0
志免町立町民図書館0.0
方城町立図書館0.0
桂川町立図書館0.0
水巻町図書館0.0
添田町立図書館0.0
犀川町図書館0.0
田川市立図書館0.0
直方市立図書館0.0
福岡女子短期大学 図書館0.0
福津市立図書館0.0
筑穂町立ちくほ図書館0.0
筑紫野市民図書館0.0
糸田町図書館0.0
芦屋町図書館0.0
苅田町立西部公民館図書室0.0
豊津町立図書館0.0
遠賀町立図書館0.0
遠賀町立図書館0.0
須恵町立図書館0.0
飯塚市立図書館0.0
飯塚市立穂波図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Nōgata

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Karato Wholesale Market
Tanga Ichiba
中央卸売市場

Hotels in Nōgata

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NEW HOPE

Restaurants in Nōgata

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Joyfull

Cafes in Nōgata

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

軽食喫茶カラオケ 廻音

Cinemas in Nōgata

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Toho Cinemas

Train Stations in Nōgata

12 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Akaji
Chikuhō-Nōgata
Fujitana
Ganda
Katsuno
Koyanose
Minami-Nōgata Gotenguchi
Nakaizumi
Nōgata
Nogata
Ongano
Shinnyū

Gas Stations in Nōgata

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS

Shopping Malls in Nōgata

2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AEON MALL
サンリブ

Stadiums & Teams in Nōgata

TeamLeagueDivision
Mikuni World Stadium Kitakyushu

Ski Resorts Near Nōgata

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Nōgata

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fukuoka AirportFUKLarge Airport
Kitakyushu AirportKKJLarge Airport
Kyushu Saga International AirportHSGLarge Airport
JASDF Ashiya Air BaseMedium Airport
JASDF Tsuiki Air BaseMedium Airport
Yamaguchi Ube AirportUBJMedium Airport
Aso Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Imari Flying Club AirfieldSmall Airport
JGSDF Metabaru AirfieldSmall Airport
Kita-Ariake Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Kuju GliderportSmall Airport
Ozuki AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Nōgata

12 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
下境郵便局
中泉郵便局
木屋瀬郵便局
植木郵便局
直方感田郵便局
直方新町郵便局
直方新知町郵便局
直方永満寺簡易郵便局(一時閉鎖中)
直方西尾郵便局
直方郵便局
直方須崎郵便局
直方頓野郵便局

Treatment Centers in Nōgata

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
reiko skin clinic
reiko skin clinic
おなか心療クリニック
かわい泌尿器科クリニック
ナーシングセンター八幡
有吉医院

Churches & Religious Organizations in Nōgata

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
光福寺
善勝寺
国栄寺
圓徳寺
東蓮寺
法性寺
西教院
貴船神社
長谷寺
長遠寺
随専寺
雲心寺
須賀神社
須賀神社

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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

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
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nōgata

What is the population of Nōgata?

Nōgata has a population of 56,821 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 2,382 people per square mile, spread across 23.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nōgata expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,000, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,000 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $420 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 Nōgata?

Nōgata enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 208 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.8 inches.

How is the job market in Nōgata?

The job market in Nōgata is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,818 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nōgata?

The median home value in Nōgata is $84,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $420.

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