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Saijō, Japan

Ehime · Japan

Saijō is a large city in Ehime, Japan with a population of 104,791. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
104,791 Population 489/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
57°F Avg Temperature 14°C
73.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,200 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,200 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population104,791
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density489/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,200
Unemployment2.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units41,916

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
Rain73.7 in/yr
Sunny Days202/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population104,791
Population Density489 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates33.9167°, 133.1833°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceEhime
Average Temperature57°F (14°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation73.7 inches (1,871 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$28,200
Median Age50.6 years

About Saijō

Saijō is a large city in Japan (Ehime) with a population of 104,791. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Saijō has a population of 104,791 with a density of 489 people per square mile, spread across 214.1 square miles. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

104,791
Total Population
489
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above Japan avg
214.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Saijō vs Japan Average

The median household income in Saijō is $28,200, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 42 business establishments, including 13 restaurants.

Income: Saijō vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,200
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)42

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare12
Retail6

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Saijō 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 41,916 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 Units41,916

Property Tax

Climate in Saijō

Saijō has an average annual temperature of 15.6°C (60°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.1°C), the coldest is Jan (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1812 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.8°C / 41°F -1.8° / 14.6° 52.3
Feb 5.5°C / 42°F -1.9° / 16° 71.2
Mar 9.1°C / 48°F -0.2° / 19.8° 129.4
Apr 13.2°C / 56°F 2.8° / 23.7° 174.4
May 17.7°C / 64°F 7.7° / 27.5° 202.1
Jun 21.8°C / 71°F 14.3° / 29.8° 252.9
Jul 25.6°C / 78°F 19.7° / 32.5° 318.0
Aug 27.1°C / 81°F 21.6° / 33.3° 233.7
Sep 24.4°C / 76°F 17.1° / 32° 156.5
Oct 18.1°C / 64°F 10.2° / 27.3° 96.5
Nov 12.9°C / 55°F 4.4° / 22.9° 83.3
Dec 6.7°C / 44°F -0.7° / 16.6° 41.3
Saijō enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above Japan avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days202 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area214.1 sq mi (554.6 km²)
Population Density489/sq mi
Coordinates33.9167°N, 133.1833°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 73.7"
94% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 11.85"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

139 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 3, 2025.

Mar 24, 2001 16 km SSW of Kure, Japan M6.8 63 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 128 km
Apr 17, 2024 18 km W of Uwajima, Japan M6.3 106 km
Oct 8, 2000 32 km N of Sh?bara, Japan M5.4 137 km
Sep 3, 1997 21 km S of Yasugich?, Japan M5.3 146 km
Mar 25, 2001 22 km WNW of H?j?, Japan M5.2 60 km
Jul 17, 2021 29 km NE of Kitsuki, Japan M5.2 130 km
Apr 2, 1997 34 km WSW of ?zu, Japan M5.1 109 km
Apr 26, 2007 15 km ESE of Niihama, Japan M5.1 25 km
Jan 3, 1991 22 km W of ?zu, Japan M5.0 94 km
Aug 14, 1993 19 km SW of ?zu, Japan M5.0 94 km
Jun 3, 2011 9 km ENE of G?tsuch?, Japan M5.0 146 km
Aug 30, 1993 16 km WSW of ?zu, Japan M4.9 91 km
Mar 8, 2020 28 km NE of Usuki, Japan M4.9 128 km
Jan 9, 2001 40 km W of ?zu, Japan M4.9 105 km
Aug 15, 2016 26 km ENE of Kitsuki, Japan M4.9 129 km
Jun 18, 2021 1 km ENE of ?zu, Japan M4.9 73 km
Feb 26, 2024 18 km N of Yawatahama, Japan M4.9 79 km
Jul 1, 2016 17 km NE of Kitsuki, Japan M4.9 139 km
Mar 11, 2019 6 km SE of Kihoku-ch?, Japan M4.9 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

52 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Lan (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Lan Category 1 234 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 2 241 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 256 km
2018 Jebi Category 3 124 km
2018 Trami Category 1 138 km
2018 Cimaron Category 1 133 km
2017 Noru Category 1 104 km
2016 Malakas Category 1 128 km
2015 Goni Category 3 241 km
2015 Nangka Category 1 145 km
2014 Phanfone Category 2 217 km
2014 Halong Category 1 103 km
2012 Jelawat Category 1 217 km
2011 Roke Category 4 259 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 113 km
2009 Melor Category 1 262 km
2008 Sinlaku Category 1 179 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 175 km
2007 Man-yi Category 1 140 km
2006 Shanshan Category 1 257 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1711 SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN Earthquake 2.0 m 1,000 86 km
1808 E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE Earthquake 1.5 m - 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sanbesan (146 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Sanbesan Stratovolcano 1,126 m (3,694 ft) 650 146 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 159 km
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 181 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 3.0 in
March 45°F (7°C) 4.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 7.2 in
May 63°F (17°C) 7.8 in
June 69°F (21°C) 11.9 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 10.8 in
August 78°F (26°C) 5.6 in Warmest
September 71°F (22°C) 9.6 in
October 61°F (16°C) 5.7 in
November 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in
December 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in Driest

Saijō has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 38°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 73.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.9") and December the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Saijō

41 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
愛媛県立小松高等学校 - - - -
市立西条小学校 - - - -
市立西条西中学校 - - - -
県立小松高等学校 - - - -
県立西条農業高等学校 - - - -
県立西条高等学校 - - - -
愛媛県立丹原高等学校 - - - -
西条市立東予東中学校 - - - -
西条市立東予東中学校 - - - -
愛媛県立東予高等学校 - - - -
西条市立壬生川小学校 - - - -
市立西条南中学校 - - - -
西条市立周布小学校 - - - -
西条市立多賀小学校 - - - -
西条市立禎瑞小学校 - - - -
西条市立吉井小学校 - - - -
西条市立丹原小学校 - - - -
市立大生院小学校 - - - -
市立大生院中学校 - - - -
市立飯岡小学校 - - - -
市立西条東中学校 - - - -
市立東予東中学校 - - - -
市立丹原東中学校 - - - -
市立吉井小学校 - - - -
市立周布小学校 - - - -
市立国安小学校 - - - -
市立壬生川小学校 - - - -
市立多賀小学校 - - - -
市立大町小学校 - - - -
市立小松中学校 - - - -
市立小松小学校 - - - -
市立丹原小学校 - - - -
市立橘小学校 - - - -
市立氷見小学校 - - - -
市立浦山小学校 - - - -
市立玉津小学校 - - - -
市立石根小学校 - - - -
市立神戸小学校 - - - -
市立神拝小学校 - - - -
市立禎瑞小学校 - - - -
市立西条北中学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Saijō

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Saijō

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Besshi Copper Mine Memorial Museum
Imabari Castle
Shikoku Railway Cultural Center(North Wing)
Shikoku Railway Cultural Center(South Wing)
Shinji Sogo Memorial Museum
あかがねミュージアム
タオル美術館
久万高原ふるさと旅行村内久万町立山村歴史館
乗禅寺宝物館
今治市朝倉ふるさと美術古墳館
今治市河野美術館
今治市玉川近代美術館(徳生記念館)
住友の森エコシステム フォレスターハウス
愛媛文華館
愛媛民芸館
愛媛県総合科学博物館
新居浜市広瀬歴史記念館
新居浜市美術館
日本食研食文化博物館
朝倉ふるさと美術古墳館
東平歴史資料館
歴史民俗資料館
西条市 食の創造館
西条市こどもの国
西条市立東予郷土館
西条市立西条郷土博物館
西条市考古歴史館
面河山岳博物館

Libraries in Saijō

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
今治市立中央図書館0.0
今治市立中央図書館0.0
今治市立波方図書館0.0
別子銅山記念図書館 角野分館0.0
四国中央市土居図書館0.0
図書館棟0.0
新居浜市立別子銅山記念図書館0.0
西条市立小松温芳図書館0.0
西条市立東予図書館0.0
西条市立西条図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Saijō

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Yoshiumi Ikiiki Kan
今治青果仲卸協同組合
地方卸売市場愛媛青果

Hotels in Saijō

12 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Itomachi Hotel 0
Konoka Onsen
ビジネスホテル アネックス あかやね
ホテルオレール西条
ホテルルートイン西条
ルートイン西条
玉の家西条
田中屋
西条アーバンホテル
西条ステーションホテル
西条パシフィックホテル
西条国際ホテル

Restaurants in Saijō

19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CoCo ICHIBANYA
Gusto
MARUBUN
Tomato&onion
がんば亭
がんば亭
こがね製麺所
さくら製麺所
さすが家
ジョイフル
とりっこ
ラーメンショップ 西条東店
吉祥孝
大福
寿し一貫
瓢華
生守ラーメン
蓬莱閣
麺屋 田所商店 西条店

Cafes in Saijō

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Kurahachi
Starbucks

Dentists in Saijō

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

たからだ歯科クリニック
若原歯科クリニック

Train Stations in Saijō

7 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ishizuchiyama
Iyo-Himi
Iyo-Komatsu
Iyo-Miyoshi
Iyo-Saijō
Nyūgawa
Tamanoe

Bus Stations in Saijō

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Setouchi Bus Uenohara Depot
西条駅前

Gas Stations in Saijō

10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

apollostation
DMGS
ENEOS
ENEOS
JA-SS
JP #1451130583
JP #4411453022
JP #4411453023
Shell
Showa Shell

Banks in Saijō

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

愛媛銀行

Shopping Malls in Saijō

3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ks電気
Shimamura
パルティフジ

Gyms in Saijō

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

P・SPO24 mini

Golf Courses in Saijō

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

西条ゴルフ場

Stadiums & Teams in Saijō

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Saijō

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
SOL-FA Oda ski slopes 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kuma Ski Land 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ishizuchi SKi & Snowbaord Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Saijō

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hiroshima AirportHIJLarge Airport
Kochi Ryoma AirportKCZLarge Airport
Matsuyama AirportMYJLarge Airport
Agawa Skypark Gliderport-Small Airport
Hoei Airstrip-Small Airport
Kasaoka Air Station-Small Airport
Kohnan Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Saijō

24 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Iwane Post Office
Kamo Post Office
Komatsu Post Office
Kusukawa Summary Post Office
Miyoshi Post Office
Ofuki Post Office
Saijo Himi Post Office
Saijo Iioka Post Office
Saijo Koendori Post Office
Saijo Nishida Post Office
Saijo Omachi Post Office
Saijo Post Office
Saijo Shikencho Post Office
Shu Summary Post Office
Tambara Post Office
Tano Post Office
Toyo Nyugawa Post Office
Toyo Post Office
Yoshii Post Office
Yoshioka Post Office
国安簡易郵便局
庄内簡易郵便局
徳田簡易郵便局
西条橘簡易郵便局

Treatment Centers in Saijō

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ピッパラ
リハビリステーション三恵荘

Churches & Religious Organizations in Saijō

26 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
61 Kōon-ji
62 Hōju-ji
63 Kichijō-ji
64 Maegami-ji
Gokuraku-ji Temple
Jizoharajizoan
Komyo-Ji Temple
Kouonji Okuno-in
Mishima-jinja Shrine
三太神社
保野神社
八幡神社
六十余惣神社
原八幡神社
地蔵堂
地蔵堂
大福地
天来風伯神社
天満神社
天満神社
妙昌寺
山崎神社
明見神社
止呂神社
石鎚神社
飯積神社

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

Around Saijō

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 17
Hospitals 4
Pharmacies 8
Restaurants 13
Cafes 2
Supermarkets 6
Museums 4
Hotels 9
Libraries 1
Parks 12
Police Stations 7
Fire Stations 3
Places of Worship 6

🇯🇵 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 Saijō

What is the population of Saijō?

Saijō has a population of 104,791 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 489 people per square mile, spread across 214.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Saijō expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,200, 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 Saijō?

Saijō enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.7 inches.

How is the job market in Saijō?

The job market in Saijō is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 42 business establishments in the area, including 13 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Saijō?

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

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