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Ōgimi, Japan

Okinawa · Japan

Ōgimi is a small town in Okinawa, Japan with a population of 3,092. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
3,092 Population 126/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
83.3 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$24,800 Median Income
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Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$24,800 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,000 home value, $370/mo rent

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About Ōgimi

Ōgimi

Ōgimi is a village located in Kunigami District, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan.

People

Population3,092
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density126/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,800
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$370
Housing Units1,237

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain83.3 in/yr
Sunny Days185/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Population3,092
Population Density126 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates26.7012°, 128.1173°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkinawa
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Annual Precipitation83.3 inches (2,116 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,800
Median Age44.2 years

About Ōgimi

Ōgimi is a small town in Japan (Okinawa) with a population of 3,092. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Ōgimi has a population of 3,092 with a density of 126 people per square mile, spread across 24.5 square miles. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,092
Total Population
126
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above Japan avg
24.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ōgimi vs Japan Average

The median household income in Ōgimi is $24,800, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 99 business establishments.

Income: Ōgimi vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,800
67% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)99

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ōgimi is $74,000, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $370 (68% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,237 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,000
74% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$370
68% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,237

Property Tax

Climate in Ōgimi

Ōgimi 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 1953 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / 19° 136.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / 19° 128.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / 21.3° 165.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / 23.9° 180.3
May 0°C / 32°F - / 26.5° 250.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / 29° 232.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / 31.8° 98.4
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / 31.7° 274.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / 30.7° 151.6
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / 27.8° 118.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / 24.1° 125.3
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / 20.7° 90.1
Ōgimi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 185 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 83.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average71.7°F
33% above Japan avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days185 days/yr

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area24.5 sq mi (63.6 km²)
Population Density126/sq mi
Coordinates26.7012°N, 128.1173°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 83.3"
119% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 9.61"
Driest Month (Dec) 4.37"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

882 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 28, 2025.

Feb 26, 2010 70 km SE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M7.0 91 km
Mar 2, 2014 109 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.5 110 km
Jul 22, 2004 91 km E of Nago, Japan M6.1 81 km
Apr 14, 1991 82 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.0 86 km
Jun 16, 1990 153 km N of Nago, Japan M6.0 145 km
Jul 8, 2008 107 km NNE of Nago, Japan M6.0 95 km
Jun 4, 1992 145 km WSW of Naze, Japan M6.0 147 km
Aug 7, 2007 136 km WNW of Nago, Japan M6.0 143 km
May 1, 2023 69 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.9 84 km
Jul 31, 2007 134 km NW of Nago, Japan M5.9 140 km
Jun 2, 1996 102 km NNE of Nago, Japan M5.8 88 km
May 17, 1990 13 km W of Nago, Japan M5.8 29 km
Sep 28, 2009 146 km N of Nago, Japan M5.8 139 km
Apr 20, 2007 102 km NNE of Nago, Japan M5.7 89 km
Sep 26, 2016 110 km NNE of Nago, Japan M5.7 96 km
Aug 3, 2014 143 km WSW of Naze, Japan M5.7 150 km
Jun 1, 1997 153 km S of Naze, Japan M5.6 144 km
Jan 15, 1995 109 km NNE of Nago, Japan M5.6 96 km
Jun 13, 2013 90 km E of Nago, Japan M5.6 79 km
Apr 11, 1997 66 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.5 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

102 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Bebinca (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Bebinca Category 1 245 km
2023 Khanun Category 4 151 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 4 169 km
2021 In-fa Category 2 260 km
2020 Maysak Category 4 174 km
2020 Haishen Category 4 258 km
2020 Bavi Category 2 197 km
2019 Lingling Category 4 290 km
2019 Tapah Category 1 261 km
2019 Neoguri Category 1 231 km
2018 Trami Category 2 54 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 124 km
2018 Kong-rey Category 1 193 km
2017 Saola Category 1 53 km
2016 Chaba Category 5 157 km
2016 Namtheun Category 3 266 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 290 km
2015 Chan-hom Category 4 234 km
2015 Goni Category 4 145 km
2015 Noul Category 1 280 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.2 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1768 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 1.2 m - 83 km
2010 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m - 91 km
1664 TORISHIMA, RYUKYU ISLANDS Astronomical - - 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Io-Torishima (132 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Io-Torishima Complex 212 m (696 ft) 1968 132 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 4.9 in Coldest
February 61°F (16°C) 5.1 in
March 64°F (18°C) 6.6 in
April 69°F (20°C) 7.9 in
May 74°F (23°C) 9.6 in Wettest
June 79°F (26°C) 9.6 in
July 83°F (28°C) 7.0 in Warmest
August 82°F (28°C) 8.9 in
September 80°F (27°C) 7.2 in
October 76°F (24°C) 6.7 in
November 70°F (21°C) 5.6 in
December 64°F (18°C) 4.4 in Driest

Ōgimi has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 60°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 83.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (9.6") and December the driest (4.4").

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Schools in Ōgimi

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ogimi Village Ogimi Junior High School - - - -
Ogimi Village Shioya Elementary School - - - -
Ogimi Village Ogimi Elementary School - - - -
Okinawa Prefectural Hentona High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ōgimi

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FM Kahoku 78.7 (FMかほく, JOZZ5AM-FM, 78.7 MHz, Kahoku City, Ishikawa) enka, japan MP3 96 kbps
FM那覇 (FM Naha) - UNKNOWN

Museums in Ōgimi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ginoza Okinawa State Museum
Global Oceangraphic DAta Center (GODAC)
Helios Distillery
Nago Museum
Nakijin Village History and Culture Center
Oceanic Culture Museum
Okinawa Historical Folk Museum
Tropical Dream Center
木のふれあい館
本部町立博物館
東村文化・スポーツ記念館
東村立山と水の生活博物館
森のふしぎ館
沖縄石の文化博物館
福地ダム資料館

Libraries in Ōgimi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ginoza village culture center library0.0
Library & Education Center0.0
Meio University Library0.0
Motobu Culture Exchange Centre Library0.0
Nago City Central Library0.0
Nakijin Village Library0.0
国頭村民ふれあいセンター図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Ōgimi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
JA Okinawa Nakijin branch Nakijin Livestock Seri Market
Nakijin no Eki So-re
Roadside Station Kyoda Yanbaru Distribution Center
Yama no Eki
わんさか大浦パーク
名護市営市場
愛すらんど古宇利島

Hotels in Ōgimi

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Tin

Restaurants in Ōgimi

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ogimi Sky Terrace
Restaurant Yambaru Seaside
ふるさと食堂

Cafes in Ōgimi

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

KIZAHA COFFEE
Koharuya

Castles in Ōgimi

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

根謝銘グスク

Gas Stations in Ōgimi

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JA Kugani Service Station

Stadiums & Teams in Ōgimi

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ōgimi

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kadena Air BaseDNALarge Airport
Naha International AirportOKALarge Airport
Futenma Marine Corps Air Station-Medium Airport
Iejima AirportIEJMedium Airport
Okinoerabu AirportOKEMedium Airport
Yoron AirportRNJMedium Airport
Iejima Auxiliary Air Base-Small Airport
Ieshima West (LHA) Airfield-Small Airport
Izena Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Ōgimi

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ogimi Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ōgimi

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ウフグシク御嶽
ノロドゥンチ
ビジル
中城御嶽
喜如嘉ヒンバ森
喜如嘉根屋
地頭火之神
拝所
火之神
神アサギ

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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
Nov 23 Labour Thanksgiving Day 勤労感謝の日

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ōgimi

What is the population of Ōgimi?

Ōgimi has a population of 3,092 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 126 people per square mile, spread across 24.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ōgimi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,800, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $74,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $370 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ōgimi?

Ōgimi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.3 inches.

How is the job market in Ōgimi?

Ōgimi has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 99 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ōgimi?

The median home value in Ōgimi is $74,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $370.

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