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Ōmachi, Japan

Saga · Japan

Ōmachi is a small city in Saga, Japan with a population of 6,293. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
6,293 Population 1,144/sq mi density
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
74.8 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$27,400 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$27,400 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population6,293
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density1,144/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$27,400
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units2,517

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain74.8 in/yr
Sunny Days200/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Population6,293
Population Density1,144 / sq mi
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates33.2188°, 130.1197°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceSaga
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation74.8 inches (1,901 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$27,400
Median Age49.2 years

About Ōmachi

Ōmachi is a small city in Japan (Saga) with a population of 6,293. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Ōmachi has a population of 6,293 with a density of 1,144 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,293
Total Population
1,144
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above Japan avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ōmachi vs Japan Average

The median household income in Ōmachi is $27,400, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 201 business establishments.

Income: Ōmachi vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,400
64% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)201

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ōmachi is $68,000, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $340 (71% below the national average of $1,163). There are 2,517 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

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 Units2,517

Property Tax

Climate in Ōmachi

Ōmachi 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 1958 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 43.2
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 84.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 113.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 174.1
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 160.6
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 306.8
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 371.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 255.4
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 175.3
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 129.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 71.1
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 73.8
Ōmachi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 200 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 74.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above Japan avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days200 days/yr

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.5 km²)
Population Density1,144/sq mi
Coordinates33.2188°N, 130.1197°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 74.8"
97% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 12.72"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

223 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 76 km
Mar 20, 2005 28 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M6.6 65 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 96 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 73 km
Mar 26, 1997 16 km NE of Satsumasendai, Japan M6.1 147 km
Apr 14, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M6.0 81 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km S of Kikuchi, Japan M5.7 72 km
May 22, 1998 9 km NE of Bungo-Takada-shi, Japan M5.5 137 km
Apr 19, 2005 8 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M5.5 47 km
Apr 15, 2016 10 km NE of Aso, Japan M5.5 100 km
Apr 18, 2016 8 km NNE of Aso, Japan M5.5 94 km
Apr 14, 2016 14 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.4 84 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km WSW of Aso, Japan M5.4 90 km
Feb 12, 1994 4 km WSW of ?kuchi-shinohara, Japan M5.4 136 km
Apr 14, 2016 4 km NNE of Uto, Japan M5.3 77 km
Apr 19, 2016 6 km NNE of Honmachi, Japan M5.3 87 km
Apr 15, 2016 13 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.3 83 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M5.3 80 km
Apr 15, 2016 13 km E of Uto, Japan M5.2 86 km
Apr 16, 2016 8 km ENE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.2 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 2 82 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 2 26 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 2 216 km
2020 Haishen Category 2 98 km
2020 Maysak Category 2 201 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 57 km
2018 Trami Category 1 263 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 107 km
2017 Noru Category 1 258 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 222 km
2016 Chaba Category 1 228 km
2016 Namtheun Category 1 270 km
2015 Goni Category 3 53 km
2014 Halong Category 1 287 km
2013 Danas Category 2 160 km
2012 Sanba Category 3 207 km
2012 Damrey Category 1 286 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 279 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 114 km
2007 Man-yi Category 2 197 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tsunami History

8 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 55 km
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 147 km
1828 AMAKUSA SEA Earthquake 72 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 147 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake 147 km
1619 YATSUSHIRO, JAPAN Earthquake 92 km
1597 BEPPU BAY, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 40 138 km
744 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1,520 98 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Unzendake (54 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 54 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 99 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 106 km
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 118 km
Fukue Shield(s) 315 m (1,033 ft) -400 134 km
Kirishimayama Shield 1,700 m (5,577 ft) 2018 159 km
Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike Maar(s) 40 m (131 ft) -6200 167 km
Aira Caldera 1,117 m (3,665 ft) 2020 188 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
March 48°F (9°C) 4.7 in
April 57°F (14°C) 6.4 in
May 65°F (18°C) 6.7 in
June 71°F (22°C) 12.7 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 12.6 in
August 80°F (27°C) 7.6 in Warmest
September 74°F (23°C) 8.6 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.9 in
November 54°F (12°C) 3.1 in
December 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in Driest

Ōmachi has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in January to 80°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 74.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.7") and December the driest (2.5").

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Schools in Ōmachi

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
県立白石高等学校 商業科キャンパス
町立小中一貫校大町ひじり学園
市立北方小学校
市立北方中学校
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Radio Stations near Ōmachi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Ōmachi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arita History and Folklore Museum East
Former Karatsu Bank Head Office
Former Koga Bank
Former Tashiro Family Western-style House
Higasasu
Imari-Arita Ware Traditional Crafts Center
Matsuro-kan Museum
Nabeshima Chokokan Museum
Ogi City Historical Museum
Ogi City Nakabayashi Gochiku Museum
Okada Saburosuke Atelier
Old Takatori Family Residence
Saga Balloon Museum
Saga Prefectural Art Museum
Saga Prefectural Museum
Saga Prefectural Saga Castle History Museum
Saga University Art Museum
Sano Tsunetami and the Mietsu Naval Dock History Museum
Takeo Onsen Shinkan
Tateishi Harumi Memorial Art Museum
Yūtoku Museum
さが水ものがたり館
今右衛門古陶磁美術館
伊万里・鍋島ギャラリー
伊万里市歴史民俗資料館
佐賀バルーンミュージアム
佐賀市文化財資料館
佐賀県立九州陶磁文化館
佐賀県立宇宙科学館
原榮三郎美術館
唐津市少年科学館
唐津曳山展示場
多久市先覚者資料館
多久市資料館
多久市郷土資料館
太良町歴史民俗資料館
嬉野市歴史民俗資料館
小笠原記念館
徐福長寿館
旧大島邸
有田ポーセリンパーク
有田焼参考館
有田陶磁美術館
有田陶磁美術館
村田英雄記念館
東名縄文館
東彼杵町歴史民俗資料館
江北町郷土資料館
河村美術館
浜崎祇園山囃子保存会館
陽光美術館

Libraries in Ōmachi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arita East Library0.0
Imary Public Library0.0
Kanzaki City Library Sefuri Branch0.0
Karatsu City Modern Library0.0
Karatsu City Ouchi Library0.0
Kashima City Library0.0
Mikatsuki Library, Ogi City Library0.0
Municipal Ohashi Memorial Library0.0
Navel Library Room0.0
Nishikyushu University Library0.0
Ogi City Library Ashikari Branch0.0
Ogi City Library Ushizu Branch0.0
Ogi Library, Ogi City Library0.0
Omachi Town Community Center Library Room0.0
Saga City Public Library0.0
Saga Prefectural Library0.0
Saga University Library0.0
Shiroishi Town Yuai Libarary0.0
Takeo City Library & History Museum0.0
Taku City Library0.0
Ureshino City Shiota Library0.0
Ureshino City Ureshino Library0.0
こころざしの森 オープンスペース0.0
こども絵本図書館詩楽の森0.0
佐賀市立図書館三瀬館0.0
佐賀市立図書館久保田館0.0
佐賀市立図書館大和館0.0
佐賀市立図書館富士館0.0
佐賀市立図書館川副館0.0
佐賀市立図書館巨勢分室0.0
佐賀市立図書館本庄分室0.0
佐賀市立図書館東与賀館0.0
佐賀市立図書館諸富館0.0
佐賀市立図書館金立分室0.0
佐賀市立図書館鍋島分室0.0
佐賀市立図書館開成分室0.0
佐賀市立図書館高木瀬分室0.0
北方公民館図書室0.0
吉田公民館図書室0.0
唐津市七山公民館図書室0.0
唐津市北波多公民館図書室0.0
唐津市厳木公民館図書室0.0
唐津市浜玉公民館図書室0.0
大浦公民館図書室0.0
山内公民館図書室0.0
弥栄郷土図書館(併稱・山口良忠判事記念図書館)0.0
有明公民館図書室0.0
松浦コミュニティセンター図書室0.0
波佐見町図書館0.0
白石町楽習館0.0

Farmers Markets in Ōmachi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bansennosato
Narukaminosho
唐津うまかもん市場
蕨野棚田直売所

Restaurants in Ōmachi

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jonathan's
味道楽

Train Stations in Ōmachi

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

KItagata
Oomachi

Gas Stations in Ōmachi

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JP #11292082727

Breweries in Ōmachi

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
窓乃梅酒造

Stadiums & Teams in Ōmachi

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Ōmachi

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Ōmachi

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fukuoka AirportFUKLarge Airport
Kumamoto AirportKMJLarge Airport
Kyushu Saga International AirportHSGLarge Airport
Nagasaki AirportNGSLarge Airport
Amakusa AirportAXJMedium Airport
Iki AirportIKIMedium Airport
JASDF Ashiya Air BaseMedium Airport
Imari Flying Club AirfieldSmall Airport
JGSDF Metabaru AirfieldSmall Airport
JMSDF Omura Air BaseOMJSmall Airport
Kita-Ariake Auxiliary AirfieldSmall Airport
Shirakawa GliderportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ōmachi

5 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
北方郵便局
大渡簡易郵便局
大町東郵便局
大町郵便局
小田郵便局

Treatment Centers in Ōmachi

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
リハプライド 武雄健創
通所リハビリテーションジェイハーティー

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ōmachi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Fumyozan Koya Temple

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 Ōmachi

What is the population of Ōmachi?

Ōmachi has a population of 6,293 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 1,144 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ōmachi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $27,400, 64% 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 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ōmachi?

Ōmachi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 200 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.8 inches.

How is the job market in Ōmachi?

The job market in Ōmachi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 201 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ōmachi?

The median home value in Ōmachi is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.

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