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Teshio, Japan

Hokkaido · Japan

Teshio is a small town in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 3,241. Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,241 Population 16/sq mi density
43°F Avg Temperature 6°C
45.0 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,900 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$28,900 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value, $340/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population3,241
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density16/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,900
Unemployment3.0%

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
Rent$340
Housing Units1,296

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Population3,241
Population Density16 / sq mi
Coordinates44.8791°, 141.7416°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceHokkaido
Average Temperature43°F (6°C)
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation45.0 inches (1,142 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.0 inches (33 cm)
Median Household Income$28,900
Median Age49.6 years

About Teshio

Teshio is a small town in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 3,241. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 19°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.0 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Teshio has a population of 3,241 with a density of 16 people per square mile, spread across 201.0 square miles. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,241
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above Japan avg
201.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Teshio vs Japan Average

The median household income in Teshio is $28,900, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 104 business establishments.

Income: Teshio vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,900
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)104

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Teshio is $68,000, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $340 (71% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,296 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

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 Units1,296

Property Tax

Teshio has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. The area receives 13.0 inches of snow annually.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below Japan avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Geography

Area201.0 sq mi (520.7 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates44.8791°N, 141.7416°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.0"
18% above Japan avg
Snowfall 13.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.39"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

251 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Oct 2, 2024.

Jan 11, 2016 74 km NW of Rumoi, Japan M6.2 69 km
Oct 21, 2011 16 km NE of Asahikawa, Japan M6.1 124 km
Jun 16, 1992 50 km NE of Makubetsu, Japan M6.0 100 km
Jul 2, 2022 58 km SSE of Shebunino, Russia M5.9 118 km
Feb 19, 2003 26 km NNE of Rumoi, Japan M5.9 81 km
May 23, 1995 Hokkaido, Japan region M5.6 136 km
Feb 9, 1993 38 km NNE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.6 94 km
Jun 23, 2023 94 km NE of Hamatonbetsu, Japan M5.6 150 km
Jan 22, 2013 77 km SSW of Rishiri Town, Japan M5.4 76 km
Jan 24, 1993 51 km NNE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.3 104 km
Apr 23, 2017 37 km SE of Shebunino, Russia M5.2 148 km
Nov 25, 2013 51 km N of Wakkanai, Japan M5.1 110 km
Aug 19, 2011 76 km NE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.1 126 km
Jul 5, 2024 10 km WNW of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 73 km
Sep 22, 2012 39 km S of Shebunino, Russia M5.1 134 km
May 21, 2013 83 km ESE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.1 91 km
Nov 10, 1990 23 km W of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 66 km
Aug 10, 2022 51 km SSE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.1 29 km
Feb 21, 1990 27 km SSW of Nayoro, Japan M5.1 92 km
Feb 7, 2012 37 km ENE of Makubetsu, Japan M5.0 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1947 W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake 2.0 m 134 km
1863 NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND Earthquake 36 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taisetsuzan (162 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Taisetsuzan Stratovolcano(es) 2,291 m (7,516 ft) 1739 162 km
Tokachidake Stratovolcano(es) 2,077 m (6,814 ft) 2004 179 km
Maruyama Stratovolcano(es) 2,013 m (6,604 ft) 1898 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 19°F (-7°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 20°F (-7°C) 2.5 in
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.4 in
April 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 2.7 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
August 68°F (20°C) 5.0 in Warmest
September 61°F (16°C) 5.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in Wettest
November 37°F (3°C) 5.1 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 4.6 in

Teshio has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 19°F in January to 68°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.4") and April the driest (2.2").

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Schools in Teshio

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
町立天塩中学校
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Radio Stations near Teshio

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Teshio

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
天塩川歴史資料館
幌延町金田心象書道美術館
泥炭産業館
豊富町温泉自然観察館

Libraries in Teshio

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
幌延町生涯学習センター0.0

Farmers Markets in Teshio

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
ホクレン豊富家畜市場

Hotels in Teshio

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sun Hotel
ホテルいち花
林業研修センター富士見荘

Restaurants in Teshio

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

さだちゃん
七福
南花園
夢竜馬
焼肉のたちばな
焼肉専門店 力
田舎屋

Cafes in Teshio

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

喫茶あげいん

Bus Stations in Teshio

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

バスターミナル

Gas Stations in Teshio

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
ENEOS
Hokuren SS
Idemitsu Kosan
JP #294903930
JP #294903931
JP #295053856

Banks in Teshio

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hokkaido Bank
稚内信用金庫

Ski Resorts Near Teshio

11 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Furen Ski Area 0.0 $0
Haboro Chomin Skijo 0.0 $0
Bifuka Ski Area 0.0 $0
Otoineppu Otoifuji 0.0 $0
Teshio Chomin Ski Area 0.0 $0
Nakatonbestucho Eikotobuki 0.0 $0
Higashigaoka Ski Area 0.0 $0
Toyotomi Ski Area 0.0 $0
Fujimigaoka Ski Resort 0.0 $0
Sarufutsu Sonei Ski Area 0.0 $0
Wakkanaishi Komadori Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Teshio

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rishiri AirportRISMedium Airport
Wakkanai AirportWKJMedium Airport
JGSDF Camp Nayoro Airfield and HeliportSmall Airport
Rebun AirportRBJSmall Airport
Sarobetsu Flight Club AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Teshio

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Japan Post
Japan Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Teshio

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
エホバの証人の王国会館天塩町更岸
厳島神社
天理教北天塩分教会
妙法寺
教信寺
更岸神社

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Tokyo

🇯🇵 About Japan

Capital Tokyo
Population 126,529,100
Area 377,835 km²
GDP (USD) $4,213,167,237,906
GDP per capita $33,836
HDI 0.925
Life expectancy 84.0 years
Internet users 87.0%
Urban population 92.1%
Currency JPY (Yen)
Languages Japanese
Calling code +81
TLD .jp
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Japan

16 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day 元日
Jan 12 Coming of Age Day 成人の日
Feb 11 Foundation Day 建国記念の日
Feb 23 The Emperor's Birthday 天皇誕生日
Mar 20 Vernal Equinox Day 春分の日
Apr 29 Shōwa Day 昭和の日
May 4 Greenery Day みどりの日
May 5 Children's Day こどもの日
May 6 Constitution Memorial Day 憲法記念日
Jul 20 Marine Day 海の日
Aug 11 Mountain Day 山の日
Sep 21 Respect for the Aged Day 敬老の日
Sep 23 Autumnal Equinox Day 秋分の日
Oct 12 Sports Day スポーツの日
Nov 3 Culture Day 文化の日
Nov 23 Labour Thanksgiving Day 勤労感謝の日

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Frequently Asked Questions About Teshio

What is the population of Teshio?

Teshio has a population of 3,241 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 201.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Teshio 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 Teshio?

Teshio has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches, with 13.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Teshio?

Teshio has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 104 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Teshio?

The median home value in Teshio is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.

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