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Sukekawa, Japan
Yamagata · Japan
Sukekawa is a small city in Yamagata, Japan with a population of 7,601. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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| Population | 7,601 |
| Population Density | 418 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 38.7523°, 139.8596° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Yamagata |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.1 inches (1,780 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 11.1 inches (28 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,800 |
| Median Age | 51.0 years |
About Sukekawa
Sukekawa is a small city in Japan (Yamagata) with a population of 7,601. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sukekawa vs Japan Average
Income: Sukekawa 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) | 243 |
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 | 3,040 |
Property Tax
Climate in Sukekawa
Sukekawa has an average annual temperature of 12°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (24.8°C), the coldest is Feb (0.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1826 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.4°F |
| 1% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 209 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 18.2 sq mi (47.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 418/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.7523°N, 139.8596°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
10 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 | 64 km |
| 1964 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 5.8 m | 36 | 68 km |
| 2008 | ARATOZAWA, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.5 m | 23 | 94 km |
| 1810 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 57 | 128 km |
| 1804 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | 450 | 34 km |
| 2019 | NIIGATA | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 36 km |
| 1894 | YAMAGATA, JAPAN | Earthquake | — | 726 | 17 km |
| 1762 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 124 km |
| 1644 | HONJO, AKITA | Earthquake | — | 117 | 75 km |
| 850 | NW. HONSHU ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 28 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
14 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chokaisan (42 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chokaisan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 1974 | 42 km |
| Naruko | Caldera | 470 m (1,542 ft) | 837 | 76 km |
| Kurikomayama | Stratovolcano | 1,627 m (5,338 ft) | 1950 | 84 km |
| Zaozan [Zaosan] | Complex | 1,841 m (6,040 ft) | 1940 | 84 km |
| Azumayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,949 m (6,394 ft) | 1977 | 118 km |
| Adatarayama | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,728 m (5,669 ft) | 1996 | 128 km |
| Bandaisan | Stratovolcano | 1,816 m (5,958 ft) | 1888 | 129 km |
| Megata | Maar(s) | 291 m (955 ft) | -2050 | 134 km |
| Akita-Komagatake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,637 m (5,371 ft) | 1971 | 138 km |
| Numazawa | Shield | 835 m (2,740 ft) | -3400 | 148 km |
| Akita-Yakeyama | Stratovolcano | 1,366 m (4,482 ft) | 1997 | 155 km |
| Iwatesan | Complex | 2,038 m (6,686 ft) | 1919 | 157 km |
| Hachimantai | Stratovolcano | 1,613 m (5,292 ft) | -5350 | 159 km |
| Nasudake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,915 m (6,283 ft) | 1963 | 181 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 6.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 33°F (0°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 38°F (3°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.8 in | Driest |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 6.7 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 6.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 69°F (20°C) | 6.7 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 6.2 in | |
| November | 47°F (9°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 7.9 in |
Sukekawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 32°F in January to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 70.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (8.0") and May the driest (3.8").
Schools in Sukekawa
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 押切小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 東郷小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 消防学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立東栄小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| Mikawa Municipal Yokoyama Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tsuruoka Daini Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mikawa Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Fujishima Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Fujishima Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Shonai Agricultural High School | — | — | — | — |
| Watame Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tsuruoka Shiritsu Nishigo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tsuruoka Shiritsu Haguro Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tsuruoka Shiritsu Haguro Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tsuruoka Shiritsu Hirose Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Haguro High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sukekawa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sukekawa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abumiya | ||||
| Chido Museum | ||||
| Dewa Sanzan History Museum | ||||
| Higashitagawa Cultural Center | ||||
| Homma Museum | ||||
| Ideha Cultural Museum | ||||
| Ken Domon Museum of Photography | ||||
| Naito Shuin Memorial Museum of Watercolors | ||||
| Old Higashitagawa District Office | ||||
| Sakata City Museum of Art | ||||
| Sanno Club | ||||
| Somaro | ||||
| アマゾン資料館 | ||||
| 大宝館 | ||||
| 寶物殿 | ||||
| 旧白幡邸 | ||||
| 本間家旧本邸別館 | ||||
| 本間家本邸 | ||||
| 横綱柏戸記念館 | ||||
| 海洋センター | ||||
| 石井梅蔵記念館 | ||||
| 蔵探訪館 | ||||
| 酒田市立資料館 | ||||
| 鶴岡市立藤沢周平記念館 |
Libraries in Sukekawa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chido Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fujishima Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shonai Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tsuruoka City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tsuruoka City Library Haguro Branch | 0.0 | |||||
| 光丘文庫 | 0.0 | |||||
| 東北公益文科大学 大学本部棟 | 0.0 | |||||
| 酒田マンガ図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 酒田市総合文化センター | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sukekawa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| あじまん | |||||
| 庄内青果市場 |
Hotels in Sukekawa
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sukekawa
36 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sukekawa
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sukekawa
8 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sukekawa
4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Sukekawa
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sukekawa
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sukekawa
10 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sukekawa
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Sukekawa
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sukekawa
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sukekawa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Sukekawa
24 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Gassan Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Omagari Family Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gosannen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Habayama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yashima Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Inakawa Ski Area Suberotta | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Gionyama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Green Valley Kamuro Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Akiyama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hagurosan Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hachimoriyama Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hanagasa Kogen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Miyagi Zao Shiroishi Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kurobushi Kogen Snow Park Jangle Jungle | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Budoh Snow Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahi Shizenkan Snow Park | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| St. Mary | 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 Sukekawa
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Shonai Airport | SYO | Medium Airport |
| Yamagata Airport | GAJ | Medium Airport |
| Shirataka Aero Park / Mutsumi Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Yuri Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sukekawa
10 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fujishima Post Office | |
| Haguro Post Office | |
| Hamanaka Post Office | |
| Mikawa Post Office | |
| Sakae Post Office | |
| Toei Post Office | |
| Toge Post Office | |
| Tsuruoka Dogata-machi Post Office | |
| Uzen Izumi Post Office | |
| Yaejima Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sukekawa
41 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Daidoji | |
| Hachiman Shrine | |
| Hogenji | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness | |
| Kotai Shrine | |
| Rokusho Temple | |
| Sōka Gakkai | |
| Toshoji | |
| 三上神社 | |
| 仙入院 | |
| 伊勢両宮 | |
| 八坂神社 | |
| 八坂神社 | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 八幡神社 | |
| 六所神社 | |
| 加藤八幡神社 |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sukekawa
What is the population of Sukekawa?
Sukekawa has a population of 7,601 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 418 people per square mile, spread across 18.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Sukekawa 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 Sukekawa?
Sukekawa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.1 inches, with 11.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Sukekawa?
The job market in Sukekawa is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 243 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Sukekawa?
The median home value in Sukekawa is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.