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Sukumo, Japan
Kochi · Japan
Sukumo is a small city in Kochi, Japan with a population of 19,292. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).
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People
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A+Climate
| Population | 19,292 |
| Population Density | 175 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 32.9333°, 132.7333° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Kochi |
| Average Temperature | 61°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 86.7 inches (2,202 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,800 |
| Median Age | 51.8 years |
About Sukumo
Sukumo is a small city in Japan (Kochi) with a population of 19,292. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 86.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Sukumo vs Japan Average
Income: Sukumo vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,800 |
| 64% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 617 |
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 | 7,717 |
Property Tax
Climate in Sukumo
Sukumo 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 1912 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.8°F |
| 13% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 179 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 110.5 sq mi (286.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 175/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.9333°N, 132.7333°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
17 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1596 | BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU | Eruption + Earthquake | 8.0 m | 708 | 105 km |
| 1968 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 3.1 m | 1 | 74 km |
| 684 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 128 km |
| 1769 | SW. KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 2.5 m | — | 98 km |
| 1941 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 1.2 m | 2 | 120 km |
| 1939 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 98 km |
| 1931 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.8 m | 1 | 101 km |
| 1929 | HYUGANADA SEA | Earthquake | 0.7 m | — | 146 km |
| 1970 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 127 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 134 km |
| 1984 | KYUSHU, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 96 km |
| 1969 | RYUKYU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 101 km |
| 1987 | KYUSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 2 | 131 km |
| 1899 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 48 km |
| 1715 | SEIKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 105 km |
| 1698 | SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO | Earthquake | — | — | 105 km |
| 1597 | BEPPU BAY, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 40 | 113 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Yufu-Tsurumi (131 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Yufu-Tsurumi | Lava dome(s) | 1,584 m (5,197 ft) | 867 | 131 km |
| Kujusan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,791 m (5,876 ft) | 1996 | 139 km |
| Asosan | Caldera | 1,592 m (5,223 ft) | 2020 | 152 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 50°F (10°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 58°F (15°C) | 8.6 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 9.7 in | |
| June | 71°F (22°C) | 12.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 11.8 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 7.3 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 2.8 in |
Sukumo has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 43°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 86.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (12.3") and January the driest (2.5").
Schools in Sukumo
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 中村養護学校幡多希望の家分校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立威陽小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立宿毛中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立宿毛小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立松田川小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立橋上中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立橋上小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立田の浦小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 県立宿毛高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 高知県宿毛市愛媛県南宇和郡愛南町篠山小中学校組合立篠山小学校・中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 宿毛市立片島中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 市立大島小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sukumo
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Sukumo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NANREKU Baseyama Park SHIDEN-KAI (N1K2-J) Exhibition Hall | ||||
| Shimanto River Gakuyuu Hall | ||||
| ジョン万次郎資料館 | ||||
| 四万十市立郷土資料館 | ||||
| 土佐足摺サンゴ博物館 | ||||
| 宿毛市立宿毛歴史館 | ||||
| 愛南町一本松郷土資料館 | ||||
| 海中天然ミュージアム 足摺海底館 | ||||
| 竜串貝類展示館海のギャラリー |
Libraries in Sukumo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shimanto Library | 0.0 | |||||
| 四万十市立図書館西土佐分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 土佐清水市立市民図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 大月町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 宿毛市立坂本図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sukumo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ainan Fishery Association Fukaura Base |
Hotels in Sukumo
13 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Sukumo
21 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Sukumo
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Sukumo
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Sukumo
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Sukumo
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sukumo
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sukumo
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sukumo
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Sukumo
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Sukumo
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOL-FA Oda ski slopes | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Sukumo
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Agawa Skypark Gliderport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Sukumo
8 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hashikami Post Office | |
| Katashima Post Office | |
| Kusuyama Summary Post Office | |
| Masaki Summary Post Office | |
| Mukuzu Summary Post Office | |
| Sukumo Nishimachi Post Office | |
| Sukumo Post Office | |
| Sukumo Saiwai Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sukumo
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 39 Enko-ji | |
| 一宮鹽竈神社 | |
| 八坂神社 | |
| 創価学会 | |
| 天理教 若束分教会 | |
| 天理教片島分教会 | |
| 歓喜光寺 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Sukumo
What is the population of Sukumo?
Sukumo has a population of 19,292 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 175 people per square mile, spread across 110.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Sukumo 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 Sukumo?
Sukumo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 179 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 86.7 inches.
How is the job market in Sukumo?
The job market in Sukumo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 617 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Sukumo?
The median home value in Sukumo is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.