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Shinjō, Japan
Yamagata · Japan
Shinjō is a mid-size city in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 41,140. Elevation: 325 ft (99 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
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About Shinjō
Shinjō is a city in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 January 2020, the city had an estimated population of 34,937, and a population density of 160 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 223.08 km2.
People
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A+Climate
| Population | 41,140 |
| Population Density | 478 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 325 ft (99 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.7586°, 140.3008° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Yamagata |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 29°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.2 inches (1,630 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 21.4 inches (54 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,800 |
| Median Age | 51.0 years |
About Shinjō
Shinjō is a mid-size city in Japan (Yamagata) with a population of 41,140. The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet (99 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 29°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.2 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shinjō vs Japan Average
Income: Shinjō vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,800 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,316 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $320 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 16,456 |
Property Tax
Climate in Shinjō
Shinjō 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 1782 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 220 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 325 ft (99 m) |
| Area | 86.0 sq mi (222.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 478/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7586°N, 140.3008°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
11 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 9.0 m (30 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1833 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 9.0 m | 85 | 101 km |
| 1964 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 5.8 m | 36 | 102 km |
| 2008 | ARATOZAWA, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.5 m | 23 | 59 km |
| 1810 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 57 | 132 km |
| 1804 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 450 | 44 km |
| 2019 | NIIGATA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 73 km |
| 1898 | HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 149 km |
| 2011 | E. COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | 3 | 124 km |
| 1894 | YAMAGATA, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | 726 | 46 km |
| 1644 | HONJO, AKITA | Earthquake | — | 117 | 73 km |
| 850 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 44 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
14 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Naruko (38 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Naruko | Caldera | 470 m (1,542 ft) | 837 | 38 km |
| Chokaisan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 1974 | 44 km |
| Kurikomayama | Stratovolcano | 1,627 m (5,338 ft) | 1950 | 48 km |
| Zaozan [Zaosan] | Complex | 1,841 m (6,040 ft) | 1940 | 69 km |
| Azumayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,949 m (6,394 ft) | 1977 | 114 km |
| Akita-Komagatake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,637 m (5,371 ft) | 1971 | 119 km |
| Adatarayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,728 m (5,669 ft) | 1996 | 124 km |
| Bandaisan | Stratovolcano | 1,816 m (5,958 ft) | 1888 | 130 km |
| Iwatesan | Complex | 2,038 m (6,686 ft) | 1919 | 136 km |
| Akita-Yakeyama | Stratovolcano | 1,366 m (4,482 ft) | 1997 | 140 km |
| Megata | Maar(s) | 291 m (955 ft) | -2050 | 141 km |
| Hachimantai | Stratovolcano | 1,613 m (5,292 ft) | -5350 | 142 km |
| Numazawa | Shield | 835 m (2,740 ft) | -3400 | 160 km |
| Nasudake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,915 m (6,283 ft) | 1963 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°F (-1°C) | 6.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 30°F (-1°C) | 4.5 in | |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | Driest |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 5.9 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| December | 35°F (2°C) | 6.9 in |
Shinjō has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 29°F in January to 76°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 64.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.9") and May the driest (3.5").
Colleges & Universities in Shinjō
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 山形県立農林大学校 | University | — | — |
Schools in Shinjō
18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 新庄市立新庄中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新庄市立萩野学園 | — | — | — | — |
| 山形県立最上学園 | — | — | — | — |
| 新庄市立明倫学園 | — | — | — | — |
| 山形県立新庄養護学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 山形県立新庄神室産業高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新庄市立日新小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新庄市立日新中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 山形県立新庄北高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新庄小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 山形県立新庄南高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新庄市立新庄小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新庄東高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 萩野学園 | — | — | — | — |
| 山形県立新庄南高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新庄市立明倫中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 山形県立新庄北高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 新庄市立新庄中学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shinjō
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Shinjō
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akinomiya Museum | ||||
| ゆめりあ鉄道ギャラリー | ||||
| 大石田町立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 新庄ふるさと歴史センター | ||||
| 真下慶治郎記念美術館 | ||||
| 真室川町ふるさと伝承館 | ||||
| 真室川町立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 芭蕉・清風歴史資料館 | ||||
| 雪の里情報館 |
Libraries in Shinjō
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市民図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新庄市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 虹のプラザ | 0.0 |
Hotels in Shinjō
19 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Shinjō
112 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Shinjō
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Shinjō
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Shinjō
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Shinjō
20 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Shinjō
18 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Shinjō
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Shinjō
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Shinjō
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shinjō
14 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shinjō
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Shinjō
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Shinjō
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Shinjō
33 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tengamori Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hachimoriyama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hagurosan Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Uenono Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Onikobe Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Akiyama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Green Valley Kamuro Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gionyama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Jeunesse Kurikoma Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yakurai Garden Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Inakawa Ski Area Suberotta | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yashima Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Habayama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Geto Kogen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Choei Yuda Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gosannen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Omagari Family Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Miyagi Zao Shiroishi Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hanagasa Kogen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Mount Gassan Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kurobushi Kogen Snow Park Jangle Jungle | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Spring Valley Izumi Kogen | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Izumigatake Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahi Shizenkan Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| St. Mary | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Water Jump Miyagi | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Zao Onsen Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Miyagi Zao Sumikawasu Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Zao Sarukura | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Miyagi Zao Eboshi Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Zao Liza World | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Doshojidaira Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yokone | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Shinjō
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sendai Airport | SDJ | Large Airport |
| Shonai Airport | SYO | Medium Airport |
| Yamagata Airport | GAJ | Medium Airport |
| Izumigatake Paragliding School | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Kasuminome Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kakuda Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Osato Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Rifu Morigo Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Semine Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Shirataka Aero Park / Mutsumi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Yuri Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shinjō
11 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chayacho Summary Post Office | |
| Izumida Post Office | |
| Masugata Summary Post Office | |
| Semi Post Office | |
| Shijo Otemachi Post Office | |
| Shinjo Ekimae Post Office | |
| Shinjo Kanezawacho Post Office | |
| Shinjo Omachi Post Office | |
| Shinjo Post Office | |
| Takadan Summary Post Office | |
| Torigoe Summary Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shinjō
31 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 上茶屋町出世稲荷神社 | |
| 亀割子安観音 | |
| 会林寺 | |
| 八幡宮 | |
| 円満寺 | |
| 善正寺 | |
| 善龍寺 | |
| 圓應寺 | |
| 天満神社 | |
| 如法寺 | |
| 妙泉寺 | |
| 実説寺 | |
| 山神社 | |
| 市神社 | |
| 戸澤神社 | |
| 接引寺 | |
| 日照寺 | |
| 松厳寺 | |
| 桂嶽寺 | |
| 瑞雲寺 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Shinjō
What is the population of Shinjō?
Shinjō has a population of 41,140 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 478 people per square mile, spread across 86.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Shinjō expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,800, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 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 Shinjō?
Shinjō has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 29°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.2 inches, with 21.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Shinjō?
The job market in Shinjō is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 1,316 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Shinjō?
The median home value in Shinjō is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.