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Ōmu, Japan

Hokkaido · Japan

Ōmu is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 4,596. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 41°F (5°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
4,596 Population 8/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
41°F Avg Temperature 5°C
38.4 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,900 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
$28,900 median income, 3.0% unemployment
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Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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About Ōmu

Ōmu

Ōmu is a town located in Okhotsk Subprefecture, Hokkaido, Japan.

People

Population4,596
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density8/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,900
Unemployment3.0%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units1,838

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days266/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Population4,596
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates44.5778°, 142.9613°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature41°F (5°C)
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation38.4 inches (975 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.6 inches (32 cm)
Median Household Income$28,900
Median Age49.6 years

About Ōmu

Ōmu is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 4,596. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 41°F (5°C). Temperatures range from 17°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Ōmu has a population of 4,596 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 604.4 square miles. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,596
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above Japan avg
604.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ōmu vs Japan Average

The median household income in Ōmu is $28,900, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 147 business establishments.

Income: Ōmu vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,900
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)147

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ōmu 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 1,838 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$68,000
76% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$340
71% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,838

Property Tax

Climate in Ōmu

Ōmu 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 853 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 46.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 28.2
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 45.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 40.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 57.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 69.3
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 119.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 123.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 102.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 105.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 63.8
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 51.5
Ōmu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 266 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. The area receives 12.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below Japan avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days266 days/yr

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area604.4 sq mi (1,565.5 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates44.5778°N, 142.9613°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.4"
1% above Japan avg
Snowfall 12.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.20"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

249 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.0 on Feb 26, 2025.

Jan 11, 2016 74 km NW of Rumoi, Japan M6.2 149 km
Oct 21, 2011 16 km NE of Asahikawa, Japan M6.1 85 km
Jun 16, 1992 50 km NE of Makubetsu, Japan M6.0 137 km
Feb 19, 2003 26 km NNE of Rumoi, Japan M5.9 104 km
Jun 23, 2023 94 km NE of Hamatonbetsu, Japan M5.6 138 km
May 23, 1995 Hokkaido, Japan region M5.6 142 km
Feb 9, 1993 38 km NNE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.6 149 km
Jan 24, 1993 51 km NNE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.3 146 km
Jun 20, 2021 29 km NE of Shimo-furano, Japan M5.3 117 km
Aug 15, 1990 43 km ESE of Kamikawa, Japan M5.3 95 km
Aug 13, 2013 35 km WSW of Kitami, Japan M5.1 104 km
Aug 10, 2022 51 km SSE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.1 80 km
May 21, 2013 83 km ESE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.1 63 km
Nov 10, 1990 23 km W of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 68 km
Feb 21, 1990 27 km SSW of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 73 km
Jul 5, 2024 10 km WNW of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 56 km
Feb 7, 2012 37 km ENE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.0 124 km
Oct 4, 1994 29 km E of Makubetsu, Japan M5.0 112 km
May 10, 2005 35 km E of Kamikawa, Japan M5.0 91 km
Jul 20, 1993 33 km W of Nayoro, Japan M5.0 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1956 NE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake 0.4 m 96 km
1863 NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taisetsuzan (102 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Taisetsuzan Stratovolcano(es) 2,291 m (7,516 ft) 1739 102 km
Maruyama Stratovolcano(es) 2,013 m (6,604 ft) 1898 129 km
Tokachidake Stratovolcano(es) 2,077 m (6,814 ft) 2004 131 km
Akan Caldera 1,499 m (4,918 ft) 2008 157 km
Kussharo Caldera 574 m (1,883 ft) 1320 159 km
Mashu Caldera 857 m (2,812 ft) 1080 170 km
Shiretoko-Iozan Stratovolcano 1,562 m (5,125 ft) 1936 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 17°F (-8°C) 2.5 in
February 17°F (-9°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 25°F (-4°C) 2.2 in
April 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
July 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in
August 66°F (19°C) 5.2 in Warmest, Wettest
September 59°F (15°C) 5.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.0 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.4 in
December 24°F (-5°C) 2.8 in

Ōmu has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 17°F in February to 66°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.2") and February the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Ōmu

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
北海道雄武高等学校
雄武町立雄武小学校
Oumu Kyoei Elementery School
Oumu Toyooka Elementery School
雄武町立雄武中学校
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Radio Stations near Ōmu

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Ōmu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
森の美術館「木夢(こむ)」

Gas Stations in Ōmu

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hokuren SS

Ski Resorts Near Ōmu

13 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Pippu Ski Slopes 0.0 $0
Engaru Rock Valley 0.0 $0
Wassamu Higashiyama Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Asahi Ski Area 0.0 $0
Takinouecho Sakuragaoka 0.0 $0
Furen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Monbetsu City Oyama Monbetsu City Oyama 0.0 $0
PIYASHIRI NAYORO SNOW PARK 0.0 $0
Nayoro Piyashiri 0.0 $0
Bifuka Ski Area 0.0 $0
Otoineppu Otoifuji 0.0 $0
Mikasayama Esashi 0.0 $0
Nakatonbestucho Eikotobuki 0.0 $0

Airports Near Ōmu

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Monbetsu AirportMBEMedium Airport
JGSDF Camp Nayoro Airfield and HeliportSmall Airport
Toma Skypark GliderportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ōmu

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
北見幌内郵便局
雄武郵便局

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 Ōmu

What is the population of Ōmu?

Ōmu has a population of 4,596 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 604.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ōmu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,900, 62% 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 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ōmu?

Ōmu has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches, with 12.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Ōmu?

Ōmu has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 147 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ōmu?

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

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