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Setakamachi-takayanagi, Japan

Fukuoka · Japan

Setakamachi-takayanagi is a small city in Fukuoka, Japan with a population of 23,985. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
23,985 Population 1,646/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
69.4 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

Population23,985
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1,646/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,000
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,000
Rent$420
Housing Units9,594

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain69.4 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population23,985
Population Density1,646 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates33.1486°, 130.4655°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukuoka
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation69.4 inches (1,763 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,000
Median Age47.0 years

About Setakamachi-takayanagi

Setakamachi-takayanagi is a small city in Japan (Fukuoka) with a population of 23,985. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Setakamachi-takayanagi has a population of 23,985 with a density of 1,646 people per square mile, spread across 14.6 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

23,985
Total Population
1,646
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Japan avg
14.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Setakamachi-takayanagi vs Japan Average

The median household income in Setakamachi-takayanagi 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 768 business establishments.

Income: Setakamachi-takayanagi vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)768

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Setakamachi-takayanagi 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 9,594 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 Units9,594

Property Tax

Climate in Setakamachi-takayanagi

Setakamachi-takayanagi 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
Setakamachi-takayanagi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 69.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above Japan avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area14.6 sq mi (37.7 km²)
Population Density1,646/sq mi
Coordinates33.1486°N, 130.4655°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 69.4"
83% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 12.24"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

275 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 48 km
Mar 20, 2005 28 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M6.6 80 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 63 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 140 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 46 km
May 13, 1997 1 km WNW of Satsumasendai, Japan M6.1 148 km
Mar 26, 1997 16 km NE of Satsumasendai, Japan M6.1 137 km
Apr 14, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M6.0 56 km
Apr 25, 2001 18 km SE of Saiki, Japan M5.7 150 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km S of Kikuchi, Japan M5.7 41 km
Apr 18, 2016 8 km NNE of Aso, Japan M5.5 61 km
Apr 19, 2005 8 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M5.5 61 km
May 22, 1998 9 km NE of Bungo-Takada-shi, Japan M5.5 111 km
Apr 15, 2016 10 km NE of Aso, Japan M5.5 66 km
Jul 12, 2015 12 km SSW of Usuki, Japan M5.5 120 km
Nov 4, 2002 Kyushu, Japan M5.4 132 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km WSW of Aso, Japan M5.4 58 km
Feb 12, 1994 4 km WSW of ?kuchi-shinohara, Japan M5.4 122 km
Apr 14, 2016 14 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.4 56 km
Apr 15, 2016 13 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.3 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 2 74 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 2 8 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 2 248 km
2020 Haishen Category 2 128 km
2020 Maysak Category 2 232 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 30 km
2018 Trami Category 1 237 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 138 km
2017 Noru Category 1 228 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 198 km
2016 Chaba Category 1 259 km
2016 Namtheun Category 1 267 km
2015 Goni Category 3 39 km
2014 Halong Category 1 254 km
2013 Danas Category 1 192 km
2012 Sanba Category 3 239 km
2012 Damrey Category 1 295 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 247 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 87 km
2007 Man-yi Category 2 175 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 47 km
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 116 km
1828 AMAKUSA SEA Earthquake 81 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake 116 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake 116 km
1619 YATSUSHIRO, JAPAN Earthquake 73 km
1597 BEPPU BAY, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake 40 107 km
744 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake 1,520 83 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Unzendake (46 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 46 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 66 km
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 73 km
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 87 km
Kirishimayama Shield 1,700 m (5,577 ft) 2018 140 km
Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike Maar(s) 40 m (131 ft) -6200 154 km
Fukue Shield(s) 315 m (1,033 ft) -400 161 km
Aira Caldera 1,117 m (3,665 ft) 2020 174 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in
March 49°F (9°C) 4.2 in
April 59°F (15°C) 6.0 in
May 66°F (19°C) 6.6 in
June 73°F (23°C) 12.2 in Wettest
July 80°F (27°C) 11.9 in
August 81°F (27°C) 7.4 in Warmest
September 75°F (24°C) 7.7 in
October 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in
November 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
December 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in

Setakamachi-takayanagi has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 42°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 69.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.2") and January the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Setakamachi-takayanagi

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立皿垣小学校
市立上庄小学校
県立山門高等学校
市立下庄小学校
市立本郷小学校
市立南小学校
町立瀬高中学校
みやま市立江浦小学校
町立大江小学校
市立三橋中学校
市立有明小学校
市立大和中学校
市立垂見小学校
市立六合小学校
市立二ッ河小学校
市立中島小学校
市立中山小学校
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Radio Stations near Setakamachi-takayanagi

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Setakamachi-takayanagi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Birthplace of Hakushu Kitahara / Yanagawa Municipal Folk Museum
Former Koga Bank
Fukuoka Science Museum
Fukuoka Science Museum
Fukuoka Science Museum
Higasasu
Kurume Kasuri Museum
Kurume Kasuri Museum
Manda Koh Station
Museum of Water
Nabeshima Chokokan Museum
Okada Saburosuke Atelier
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
Shogetsu Writers Museum
Tachibana Museum
Tateishi Harumi Memorial Art Museum
Yanagawa Archives
Yanagawa Kanko Kaihatsu K.K.
さが水ものがたり館
つきほし歴史館
つきほし歴史館
上峰町郷土資料館
上峰町郷土資料館
中冨記念くすり博物館
中冨記念くすり博物館
久光製薬ミュージアム
久光製薬ミュージアム
九州芸文館
佐賀バルーンミュージアム
佐賀市文化財資料館
古代植物館
古賀政男音楽博物館分館古賀政男記念館
吉野ケ里遺跡展示室
和水町歴史民俗資料館
和水町歴史資料館
大牟田市石炭産業科学館
大牟田市石炭産業科学館
大牟田市立三池カルタ記念館;大牟田市立図書館
宮崎兄弟資料館
山鹿市立博物館
山鹿灯篭民芸館
岩戸山歴史資料館
広川町古墳公園資料館
広川町古墳公園資料館
徐福長寿館
東名縄文館
柳川古文書館
池の間
瀬高町歴史資料館
熊本市田原坂西南戦争資料館
熊本県立装飾古墳館
玉名市立歴史博物館こころピア
真木和泉守顕彰記念館
真木和泉守顕彰記念館
石橋美術館 別館
石橋美術館 別館
石橋財団石橋美術館
石橋財団石橋美術館
筑後市 郷土資料館
荒尾干潟・水鳥湿地センター
荒尾干潟・水鳥湿地センター
荒尾総合文化センター子ども科学館
酒蔵
龍の湯

Libraries in Setakamachi-takayanagi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kamimine Town Library0.0
Kamimine Town Library0.0
Kanzaki City Library0.0
Kanzaki City Library Sefuri Branch0.0
Kitano Library0.0
Kitano Library0.0
Kurume City Public Library0.0
Kurume City Public Library0.0
Library Building0.0
Mikatsuki Library, Ogi City Library0.0
Miyaki Town Library0.0
Miyaki Town Library0.0
Nishikyushu University Library0.0
Saga City Public Library0.0
Saga Prefectural Library0.0
Saga University Library0.0
Sunmesse Tosu Library0.0
Sunmesse Tosu Library0.0
Tanushimaru Library0.0
Tosu City Public Library0.0
Yanagawa Archives0.0
Yanagawa City Library0.0
Yanagawa City Library Mizu-no-Sato Branch0.0
こころざしの森 オープンスペース0.0
こすもす館図書室0.0
こすもす館図書室0.0
久留米市立三潴図書館0.0
久留米市立三潴図書館0.0
久留米市立中央図書館西分館0.0
久留米市立六ツ門図書館0.0
久留米市立六ツ門図書館0.0
久留米市立城島図書館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
八女市立図書館0.0
医学図書館0.0
南関町立図書館0.0
吉野ヶ里町中央公民館図書室0.0
吉野ヶ里町東脊振公民館図書室0.0
大刀洗町立図書館0.0
大川市立図書館0.0
大木町図書館0.0
大牟田市立三池カルタ記念館;大牟田市立図書館0.0
小郡市立図書館0.0
小郡市立図書館0.0
岱明町民図書館0.0
市立図書館0.0
柳川市立三橋図書館0.0
柳川市立図書館両開分館0.0
柳川市立図書館昭代分館0.0
柳川市立図書館蒲池分館0.0
柳川市立雲龍図書館0.0
瀬高町立図書館0.0
熊本市立植木図書館0.0
玉名市民図書館0.0
神埼市立図書館千代田分館0.0
荒尾市立図書館0.0
農村環境改善センター図書室0.0
農村環境改善センター図書室0.0
長洲町図書館0.0
雲龍図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Setakamachi-takayanagi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
(株)玉名中央青果市場
Central Chikugo Fish Market
PERSICA PANTRY
PERSICA PANTRY
八女青果(株)
植木青果市場
玉名魚市場

Restaurants in Setakamachi-takayanagi

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eel Restaurant Harada
Salt
大力うどん
旬月

Train Stations in Setakamachi-takayanagi

5 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Enoura
Minami-Setaka
Nishitetsu Nakashima
Setaka
Shiotsuka

Banks in Setakamachi-takayanagi

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Fukuoka
Omuta Yanagawa Shinkin Bank

Breweries in Setakamachi-takayanagi

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Asahi Brewery
Yanagawa'n Brewery
窓乃梅酒造

Stadiums & Teams in Setakamachi-takayanagi

TeamLeagueDivision
佐賀競馬場

Ski Resorts Near Setakamachi-takayanagi

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Setakamachi-takayanagi

16 airports within the area.

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

Post Offices in Setakamachi-takayanagi

11 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
三橋郵便局
中島郵便局
南瀬高郵便局
大和栄簡易郵便局
東町簡易郵便局
江浦郵便局
瀬高上庄郵便局
瀬高郵便局
皿垣簡易郵便局
豊原郵便局
馬間田簡易郵便局

Treatment Centers in Setakamachi-takayanagi

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Tenjudo Clinic
くるめ駅前クリニック
なかしま眼科
みやさと皮膚科クリニック
三原医院
久留米おの眼科
井上内科医院
古賀医院
本間メディカルクリニック
松隈産婦人科クリニック
田中内科クリニック
藤本消化器内科医院
通所リハビリテーションジェイハーティー

Churches & Religious Organizations in Setakamachi-takayanagi

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Inpuku-ji Temple
Shimada Tenman Shrine
Takao Shrine
Yasaka Shrine
Yatsurugi Shrine
中山熊野神社
住吉神社
八坂神社

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 Setakamachi-takayanagi

What is the population of Setakamachi-takayanagi?

Setakamachi-takayanagi has a population of 23,985 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 1,646 people per square mile, spread across 14.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Setakamachi-takayanagi 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 Setakamachi-takayanagi?

Setakamachi-takayanagi enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.4 inches.

How is the job market in Setakamachi-takayanagi?

The job market in Setakamachi-takayanagi is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 768 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Setakamachi-takayanagi?

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

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