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Ukiha, Japan

Fukuoka · Japan

Ukiha is a small city in Fukuoka, Japan with a population of 27,981. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
27,981 Population 600/sq mi density
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
75.7 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$32,000 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$32,000 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,000 home value, $420/mo rent

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About Ukiha

Ukiha

Ukiha is a city located in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 January 2024, the city had an estimated population of 27,723 in 11449 households, and a population density of 240 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 117.46 km2 (45.35 sq mi).

People

Population27,981
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density600/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$32,000
Unemployment2.9%

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,000
Rent$420
Housing Units11,192

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain75.7 in/yr
Sunny Days202/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Population27,981
Population Density600 / sq mi
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates33.3563°, 130.7497°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceFukuoka
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation75.7 inches (1,923 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$32,000
Median Age47.0 years

About Ukiha

Ukiha is a small city in Japan (Fukuoka) with a population of 27,981. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Ukiha has a population of 27,981 with a density of 600 people per square mile, spread across 46.6 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

27,981
Total Population
600
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above Japan avg
46.6mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ukiha vs Japan Average

The median household income in Ukiha is $32,000, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 895 business establishments.

Income: Ukiha vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,000
57% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)895

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ukiha is $84,000, 70% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $420 (64% below the national average of $1,163). There are 11,192 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,000
70% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$420
64% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units11,192

Property Tax

Climate in Ukiha

Ukiha 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 0 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / 9.4° 0.0
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / 11.5° 0.0
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / 15.7° 0.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / 21.2° 0.0
May 0°C / 32°F - / 26.3° 0.0
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / 28.9° 0.0
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / 32.7° 0.0
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / 33.9° 0.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / 29.7° 0.0
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / 24.4° 0.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / 17.8° 0.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / 11.7° 0.0
Ukiha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 75.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above Japan avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days202 days/yr

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area46.6 sq mi (120.7 km²)
Population Density600/sq mi
Coordinates33.3563°N, 130.7497°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 75.7"
99% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 13.94"
Driest Month (Dec) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

300 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.9 on Aug 6, 2025.

Apr 15, 2016 6 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M7.0 63 km
Mar 20, 2005 28 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M6.6 76 km
Jan 21, 2022 27 km SSE of Saiki, Japan M6.3 139 km
Mar 13, 2014 32 km SSW of Hikari, Japan M6.3 106 km
Jun 11, 2006 15 km S of Tsukawaki, Japan M6.3 44 km
Apr 14, 2016 2 km SSE of Kumamoto, Japan M6.2 63 km
Apr 14, 2016 5 km ENE of Uto, Japan M6.0 73 km
Jun 25, 1997 17 km E of Hagi, Japan M5.9 140 km
Apr 15, 2016 6 km S of Kikuchi, Japan M5.7 48 km
Apr 25, 2001 18 km SE of Saiki, Japan M5.7 133 km
Jul 12, 2015 12 km SSW of Usuki, Japan M5.5 100 km
Apr 15, 2016 10 km NE of Aso, Japan M5.5 54 km
Apr 19, 2005 8 km NNW of Maebaru-ch??, Japan M5.5 61 km
Apr 18, 2016 8 km NNE of Aso, Japan M5.5 50 km
May 22, 1998 9 km NE of Bungo-Takada-shi, Japan M5.5 77 km
Apr 15, 2016 5 km WSW of Aso, Japan M5.4 55 km
Feb 12, 1994 4 km WSW of ?kuchi-shinohara, Japan M5.4 146 km
Nov 4, 2002 Kyushu, Japan M5.4 131 km
Apr 14, 2016 14 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.4 69 km
Apr 15, 2016 13 km ESE of Kumamoto, Japan M5.3 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

60 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Shanshan (2024).

Year Name Category Closest
2024 Shanshan Category 2 104 km
2022 Nanmadol Category 2 30 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 1 250 km
2020 Haishen Category 2 159 km
2020 Maysak Category 1 245 km
2019 Francisco Category 1 53 km
2018 Trami Category 1 241 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 152 km
2017 Noru Category 1 222 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 201 km
2016 Chaba Category 1 271 km
2016 Namtheun Category 1 295 km
2015 Goni Category 3 65 km
2014 Halong Category 1 235 km
2013 Danas Category 1 212 km
2012 Sanba Category 3 259 km
2011 Ma-on Category 1 233 km
2007 Usagi Category 3 54 km
2007 Man-yi Category 2 174 km
2006 Shanshan Category 2 79 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 55.0 m (180 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1792 SHIMABARA BAY, KYUSHU ISLAND Landslide 55.0 m 15,000 79 km
1596 BEPPU BAY, KYUSHU Eruption + Earthquake 8.0 m 708 89 km
1828 AMAKUSA SEA Earthquake - - 116 km
1715 SEIKAIDO Earthquake - - 89 km
1698 SEIKAIDO-NANKAIDO Earthquake - - 89 km
1619 YATSUSHIRO, JAPAN Earthquake - - 96 km
1597 BEPPU BAY, JAPAN Eruption + Earthquake - 40 79 km
744 SW. KYUSHU ISLAND Earthquake - 1,520 109 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kujusan (55 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kujusan Stratovolcano(es) 1,791 m (5,876 ft) 1996 55 km
Yufu-Tsurumi Lava dome(s) 1,584 m (5,197 ft) 867 60 km
Asosan Caldera 1,592 m (5,223 ft) 2020 62 km
Unzendake Complex 1,483 m (4,865 ft) 1996 78 km
Abu Shield(s) 641 m (2,103 ft) -6850 149 km
Kirishimayama Shield 1,700 m (5,577 ft) 2018 159 km
Yonemaru-Sumiyoshiike Maar(s) 40 m (131 ft) -6200 177 km
Fukue Shield(s) 315 m (1,033 ft) -400 194 km
Aira Caldera 1,117 m (3,665 ft) 2020 196 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 3.4 in
March 45°F (7°C) 4.7 in
April 55°F (13°C) 6.3 in
May 63°F (17°C) 7.1 in
June 70°F (21°C) 13.4 in
July 77°F (25°C) 13.9 in Wettest
August 79°F (26°C) 7.4 in Warmest
September 72°F (22°C) 7.6 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in
November 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
December 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in Driest

Ukiha has a seasonal temperature swing of 40°F / from 39°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 75.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (13.9") and December the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Ukiha

22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
市立浮羽中学校 - - - -
うきは市立御幸小学校 - - - -
福岡県立浮羽究真館高等学校 - - - -
うきは市立浮羽中学校 - - - -
うきは市立吉井小学校 - - - -
うきは市立吉井中学校 - - - -
うきは市立千年小学校 - - - -
県立浮羽東高等学校 - - - -
県立朝羽高等学校 - - - -
市立船越小学校 - - - -
市立福富小学校 - - - -
市立久喜宮小学校 - - - -
市立江南小学校 - - - -
市立松末小学校 - - - -
市立杷木小学校 - - - -
市立杷木中学校 - - - -
市立朝倉東小学校 - - - -
市立志波小学校 - - - -
市立山春小学校 - - - -
市立姫治小学校 - - - -
市立妹川小学校 - - - -
市立大石小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ukiha

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Ukiha

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chikuzen-machi Tachiarai Peace Memorial Museum
Fukuoka Science Museum
Fukuoka Science Museum
Fukuoka Science Museum
Fureai Culture Museum
Fureai Culture Museum
Kurume Kasuri Museum
Kurume Kasuri Museum
Kyushu National Museum
Kyushu National Museum
Shingeki no Kyojin in Hita Museum Annex
Treasure Hall
つきほし歴史館
つきほし歴史館
中冨記念くすり博物館
中冨記念くすり博物館
久光製薬ミュージアム
久光製薬ミュージアム
久我美術館
九州歴史資料館
五郎山古墳資料館
嘉麻市立織田慶喜美術館・碓井郷土館
地底博物館鯛生金山
大宰府展示館
天領日田歴史資料館
天領日田洋酒博物館
宇美八幡宮宝物殿
宇美町立歴史民俗資料館
宝蔵
岩戸山歴史資料館
岩﨑記代子音楽記念館
広川町古墳公園資料館
広川町古墳公園資料館
廣瀬資料館
日田まちづくり歴史資料館
日田祇園山鉾会館
朝倉市秋月博物館
王塚装飾古墳館
甘木歴史資料館
石橋美術館 別館
石橋美術館 別館
石橋財団石橋美術館
石橋財団石橋美術館
福岡二日市文学館
秋月美術館
筑紫野市歴史博物館(ふるさと館ちくしの)
英彦山修験道館
草野本家
進撃の巨人ミュージアム
雛御殿
須惠町立歴史民俗資料館

Libraries in Ukiha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kitano Library0.0
Kitano Library0.0
Kiyama Town Library0.0
Kurume City Public Library0.0
Kurume City Public Library0.0
Sunmesse Tosu Library0.0
Sunmesse Tosu Library0.0
Tanushimaru Library0.0
Tosu City Public Library0.0
うきは市立図書館0.0
久留米市立中央図書館西分館0.0
久留米市立六ツ門図書館0.0
久留米市立六ツ門図書館0.0
九州登山情報センター0.0
八女市立図書館0.0
医学図書館0.0
嘉穂町立図書館0.0
嘉麻市立碓井図書館0.0
大刀洗町立図書館0.0
太宰府市民図書館0.0
小郡市立図書館0.0
小郡市立図書館0.0
山田市立図書館0.0
川崎町立図書館0.0
市立図書館0.0
日田市立淡窓図書館0.0
朝倉町図書館0.0
桂川町立図書館0.0
添田町立図書館0.0
甘木市立図書館0.0
福岡女子短期大学 図書館0.0
筑前町めくばーる図書館0.0
筑前町図書館0.0
筑穂町立ちくほ図書館0.0
筑紫野市民図書館0.0
須恵町立図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Ukiha

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
PERSICA PANTRY
PERSICA PANTRY
八女青果(株)

Hotels in Ukiha

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ニュー筑水荘
ホテルパーレンス小野屋
原鶴温泉 泰泉閣
瓜坊

Restaurants in Ukiha

12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CoCo Kara
うどんの天水
うなぎの千年屋
そうめん流し
だご汁茶屋
たねの隣
つしま海道
ペルー軒
まぁぼや
筑後川 うなぎの里 立花荘
筑後川 うなぎの里 立花荘
鳥扇

Cafes in Ukiha

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

林檎の樹と葡萄の樹

Dentists in Ukiha

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

佐藤歯科

Train Stations in Ukiha

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chikugo-Ōishi
Chikugo-Yoshii
Ukiha

Gas Stations in Ukiha

11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

apollostation
apollostation
Cosmo
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
JA-SS
JA-SS
JP #930678546
Kygnus

Stadiums & Teams in Ukiha

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Ski Resorts Near Ukiha

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kuju Forest Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tenzan Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Ukiha

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Fukuoka AirportFUKLarge Airport
Kitakyushu AirportKKJLarge Airport
Kumamoto AirportKMJLarge Airport
Kyushu Saga International AirportHSGLarge Airport
JASDF Ashiya Air Base-Medium Airport
JASDF Tsuiki Air Base-Medium Airport
Yamaguchi Ube AirportUBJMedium Airport
Aso Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
JGSDF Metabaru Airfield-Small Airport
Kita-Ariake Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Kuju Gliderport-Small Airport
Ozuki Airfield-Small Airport
Shirakawa Gliderport-Small Airport
Ubuyama Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Ukiha

14 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sinbaba KanI Postoffice
千年簡易郵便局
原鶴温泉郵便局
吉井郵便局
大石郵便局
妹川簡易郵便局
姫治簡易郵便局
志波郵便局
杷木郵便局
松末簡易郵便局
浮羽郵便局
田主丸船越郵便局
荒瀬簡易郵便局
菱野郵便局

Treatment Centers in Ukiha

9 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Tenjudo Clinic
くるめ駅前クリニック
みやさと皮膚科クリニック
三原医院
久留米おの眼科
本間メディカルクリニック
松隈産婦人科クリニック
田中内科クリニック
藤本消化器内科医院

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ukiha

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ukiha Inari Shrine
水神社
若宮八幡宮
西宗寺
長野水神社

Explore Near Ukiha

Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Ukiha

What is the population of Ukiha?

Ukiha has a population of 27,981 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 600 people per square mile, spread across 46.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Ukiha expensive to live in?

The median household income is $32,000, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $84,000 (70% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $420 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ukiha?

Ukiha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.7 inches.

How is the job market in Ukiha?

The job market in Ukiha is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 895 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ukiha?

The median home value in Ukiha is $84,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $420.

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