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Shintoku, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Shintoku is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 6,285. Elevation: 597 ft (182 m). Average temperature: 42°F (6°C).
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People
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| Population | 6,285 |
| Population Density | 15 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.0747°, 142.8347° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 42°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.6 inches (22 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Shintoku
Shintoku is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 6,285. The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet (182 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 42°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 16°F in January to 65°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shintoku vs Japan Average
Income: Shintoku vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 201 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Units | 2,514 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.3°F |
| 22% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Area | 410.8 sq mi (1,063.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 15/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.0747°N, 142.8347°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.5 m (21 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1952 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.5 m | 33 | 132 km |
| 1982 | HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.3 m | 110 | 109 km |
| 1938 | E. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | 1 | 132 km |
| 1962 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 131 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 119 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tokachidake (40 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tokachidake | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,077 m (6,814 ft) | 2004 | 40 km |
| Maruyama | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,013 m (6,604 ft) | 1898 | 41 km |
| Taisetsuzan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,291 m (7,516 ft) | 1739 | 66 km |
| Akan | Caldera | 1,499 m (4,918 ft) | 2008 | 102 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 126 km |
| Kussharo | Caldera | 574 m (1,883 ft) | 1320 | 142 km |
| Mashu | Caldera | 857 m (2,812 ft) | 1080 | 150 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 151 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 167 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 173 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 178 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°F (-9°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 17°F (-8°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 40°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 3.6 in | |
| July | 65°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 36°F (2°C) | 3.6 in | |
| December | 24°F (-5°C) | 2.4 in |
Shintoku has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 16°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in Shintoku
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hokkaido Shintoku High-School For Special Needs Education | — | — | — | — |
| Shintoku Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Shintoku Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| 新得町立屈足南小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Kuttari Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shintoku
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Shintoku
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furusato History Museum 「Nenrin」 | ||||
| 神田日勝記念館 |
Libraries in Shintoku
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memuro Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 上トマム図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 新得町図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 清水町図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Shintoku
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Shintoku
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Shintoku
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Shintoku
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Shintoku
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Shintoku
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shintoku
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shintoku
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Shintoku
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Shintoku
17 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sahoro | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Santa present park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Inosawa Sky Slopes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Canmore Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Daisetsuzan Sounkyo Kurodake Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kamui Ski Links | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahidake | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nukabira Gensenkyo Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Furano ski resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hakugindai Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Minami Furano | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Shintokuyama | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Tomamu Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Nipo Town | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Akenogaoka Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hidaka Kokusai | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Memuro | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Shintoku
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Asahikawa Airport | AKJ | Medium Airport |
| Tokachi Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Tokachi-Obihiro Airport | OBO | Medium Airport |
| Ashoro Meto Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Biei Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
| Hokkaido Spaceport | — | Small Airport |
| Hopeland Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| JGSDF Camp Asahikawa Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kamishihoro Air Park | — | Small Airport |
| Niikappu Auxiliary Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Shintoku Agricultural Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shintoku
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 屈足郵便局 | |
| 新得郵便局 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shintoku
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| エホバの証人の王国会館 | |
| 弥彦神社 | |
| 新得神社 | |
| 猿田彦大神 |
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What is the population of Shintoku?
Shintoku has a population of 6,285 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 410.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Shintoku 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 Shintoku?
Shintoku has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 65°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Shintoku?
Shintoku has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 201 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Shintoku?
The median home value in Shintoku is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.