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Wakkanai, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Wakkanai is a mid-size city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 33,869. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 43°F (6°C).
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| Population | 33,869 |
| Population Density | 115 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.4094°, 141.6739° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 43°F (6°C) |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.6 inches (1,083 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 12.7 inches (32 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Wakkanai
Wakkanai is a mid-size city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 33,869. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 43°F (6°C). Temperatures range from 20°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.6 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Wakkanai vs Japan Average
Income: Wakkanai vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,084 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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 Units | 13,548 |
Property Tax
Climate in Wakkanai
Wakkanai has an average annual temperature of 7.1°C (45°F). The hottest month is Aug (19.8°C), the coldest is Jan (-4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1116 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 42.8°F |
| 21% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 294.0 sq mi (761.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 115/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.4094°N, 141.6739°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1971 | TATAR STRAIT | Earthquake | 2.0 m | — | 130 km |
| 1971 | TATAR STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 119 km |
| 1971 | TATAR STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 116 km |
| 1971 | TATAR STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 145 km |
| 1971 | TATAR STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 119 km |
| 1863 | NW. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 91 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°F (-7°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 20°F (-7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| May | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| August | 67°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 27°F (-3°C) | 4.5 in |
Wakkanai has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 20°F in January to 67°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.2") and April the driest (2.1").
Colleges & Universities in Wakkanai
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ikueikan University | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Wakkanai
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 稚内市立稚内中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 稚内市立稚内中央小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 稚内市立稚内港小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 稚内市立稚内南小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 稚内大谷高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 北海道稚内高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 稚内市立潮見が丘中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 稚内市立潮見が丘小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 稚内市立稚内南中学校 | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Wakkanai
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Wakkanai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wakkanai City Youth Science Museum | ||||
| ゆうちふるさと資料史思い出館 | ||||
| 兜沼郷土資料館 | ||||
| 北の桜守パーク（稚内市映画北の桜守資料展示施設） | ||||
| 稚内市樺太記念館 |
Libraries in Wakkanai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 稚内市立図書館 | 0.0 |
Hotels in Wakkanai
16 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wakkanai
60 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wakkanai
13 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Wakkanai
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Wakkanai
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Wakkanai
6 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Wakkanai
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Wakkanai
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Wakkanai
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wakkanai
13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wakkanai
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Wakkanai
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Wakkanai
8 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Wakkanai
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rishiri Airport | RIS | Medium Airport |
| Wakkanai Airport | WKJ | Medium Airport |
| Rebun Airport | RBJ | Small Airport |
| Sarobetsu Flight Club Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wakkanai
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Japan Post | |
| Wakkanai Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wakkanai
21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hokumon-jinja Shrine | |
| Hounji Temple | |
| JW | |
| Konkokyo | |
| Ryotokuji Temple | |
| Shingonji Temple | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints | |
| カトリック稚内教会 | |
| 創価学会 | |
| 南神社 | |
| 大慶寺 | |
| 天理教元宗谷分教会 | |
| 天理教稚内分教会 | |
| 日本キリスト教団稚内教会 | |
| 禅徳寺 | |
| 稚内バプテスト聖書教会 | |
| 稚内念法寺 | |
| 稚内聖公会 | |
| 立正佼成会 | |
| 聲問神社 |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Wakkanai?
Wakkanai has a population of 33,869 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 115 people per square mile, spread across 294.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Wakkanai 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 Wakkanai?
Wakkanai has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches, with 12.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Wakkanai?
Wakkanai has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 1,084 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Wakkanai?
The median home value in Wakkanai is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.