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Shirahama, Japan
Wakayama · Japan
Shirahama is a small city in Wakayama, Japan with a population of 23,325. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
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About Shirahama
Shirahama is a town in Nishimuro District, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 October 2021, the town had an estimated population of 20,704 in 11,024 households and a population density of 100 persons per km2. The total area of the town is 200.98 square kilometres (77.60 sq mi).
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| Population | 23,325 |
| Population Density | 35 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.6833°, 135.3500° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Wakayama |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 78.9 inches (2,004 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 50.8 years |
About Shirahama
Shirahama is a small city in Japan (Wakayama) with a population of 23,325. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shirahama vs Japan Average
Income: Shirahama vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 746 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $70,000 |
| 75% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $350 |
| 70% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 9,330 |
Property Tax
Climate in Shirahama
Shirahama has an average annual temperature of 18.3°C (65°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.8°C), the coldest is Jan (9.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 2262 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.9°F |
| 11% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 193 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 43 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 674.9 sq mi (1,748.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 35/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.6833°N, 135.3500°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 28.0 m (92 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1854 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 28.0 m | 3,000 | 73 km |
| 1707 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 25.7 m | 5,000 | 74 km |
| 1605 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 5,000 | 87 km |
| 1946 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 6.6 m | 1,362 | 81 km |
| 1711 | SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1,000 | 142 km |
| 1520 | KII, KUMANANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 88 km |
| 1510 | OSAKA BAY | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 102 km |
| 1408 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 144 km |
| 1403 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 106 km |
| 922 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 126 km |
| 1808 | E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | — | 56 km |
| 2004 | SOUTH COAST HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 136 km |
| 1948 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | — | 69 km |
| 1995 | KOBE, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 6,434 | 104 km |
| 1791 | OASAKA BAY | Earthquake | — | — | 91 km |
| 1498 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 25 km |
| 1361 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | — | 660 | 83 km |
| 1360 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | — | — | 85 km |
| 1331 | OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | — | — | 14 km |
| 1099 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 77 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 7.4 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 71°F (21°C) | 11.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 8.5 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 7.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 10.9 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 6.7 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
Shirahama has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 41°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 78.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.7") and December the driest (2.3").
Schools in Shirahama
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 町立南白浜小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立富田中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立椿小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立白浜第一小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立西富田小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立白浜第一小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立白浜中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立白浜第二小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 富田中学校グランド | — | — | — | — |
| 富田中学校テニスコート | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Shirahama
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Shirahama
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minakata Kumagusu Archives | ||||
| Minakata Kumagusu's House | ||||
| Tanabe City Museum of Art | ||||
| ぎゃらりい梅園 | ||||
| すさみ町立歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 南方熊楠記念館 | ||||
| 平瀬歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 御坊市歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 白浜民俗温泉資料館 | ||||
| 白浜民俗温泉資料館 | ||||
| 紀州博物館 |
Libraries in Shirahama
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirahama-cho Children's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| みなべ町立図書館上南部分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| みなべ町立図書館中央館(ゆめよみ館) | 0.0 | |||||
| 上富田町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 和歌山県立紀南図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 御坊市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 白浜町立図書館白浜分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 美浜町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shirahama
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| とれとれ市場 |
Hotels in Shirahama
24 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Shirahama
14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Shirahama
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Shirahama
2 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Shirahama
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Shirahama
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shirahama
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Shirahama
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Shirahama
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Shirahama
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nagisa Beer | ||||
| Voyager brewing co. | ||||
| Voyager brewing co. |
Airports Near Shirahama
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kansai International Airport | KIX | Large Airport |
| Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base | TKS | Large Airport |
| Nanki Shirahama Airport | SHM | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Shirahama
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Shirahama Ekimae Post Office | |
| Shirahama Onsen Post Office | |
| Shirahama post office | |
| Tsubaki Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shirahama
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Honkaku-ji temple(Kai-dera) | |
| Kumano Sansyo jinja Shrine | |
| お堂 | |
| 勝幸寺 | |
| 喩賀神社 | |
| 山王大明神社 | |
| 山神社 | |
| 常喜院 | |
| 来迎寺 | |
| 白光寺 | |
| 白浜最上稲荷 | |
| 白濱藥師堂 | |
| 神島神社 | |
| 聖福寺 |
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What is the population of Shirahama?
Shirahama has a population of 23,325 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 35 people per square mile, spread across 674.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Shirahama expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,900, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $70,000 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $350 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 Shirahama?
Shirahama enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.9 inches.
How is the job market in Shirahama?
The job market in Shirahama is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 746 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Shirahama?
The median home value in Shirahama is $70,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $350.