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Yahiko, Japan

Niigata · Japan

Yahiko is a small city in Niigata, Japan with a population of 7,705. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
7,705 Population 793/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
85.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$28,700 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$28,700 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,000 home value, $370/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population7,705
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density793/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$28,700
Unemployment2.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$370
Housing Units3,082

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain85.9 in/yr
Sunny Days180/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population7,705
Population Density793 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates37.7000°, 138.8333°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceNiigata
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation85.9 inches (2,183 mm)
Annual Snowfall18.2 inches (46 cm)
Median Household Income$28,700
Median Age50.4 years

About Yahiko

Yahiko is a small city in Japan (Niigata) with a population of 7,705. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 34°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Yahiko has a population of 7,705 with a density of 793 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

7,705
Total Population
793
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above Japan avg
9.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Yahiko vs Japan Average

The median household income in Yahiko is $28,700, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 247 business establishments.

Income: Yahiko vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,700
62% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)247

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Yahiko is $74,000, 74% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $370 (68% below the national average of $1,163). There are 3,082 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$74,000
74% below Japan avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$370
68% below Japan avg

Ownership & Property

Housing Units3,082

Property Tax

Climate in Yahiko

Yahiko has an average annual temperature of 14.2°C (58°F). The hottest month is Aug (26.9°C), the coldest is Jan (3.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1855 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.1°C / 38°F 0.4° / 5.8° 178.6
Feb 3.2°C / 38°F 0.2° / 6.2° 117.1
Mar 6.2°C / 43°F 2.5° / 10° 113.6
Apr 11.4°C / 53°F 7.1° / 15.8° 101.3
May 17°C / 63°F 12.8° / 21.1° 101.2
Jun 21.2°C / 70°F 17.8° / 24.6° 106.7
Jul 25.2°C / 77°F 22° / 28.5° 236.6
Aug 26.9°C / 80°F 23.4° / 30.4° 167.4
Sep 22.9°C / 73°F 19.4° / 26.4° 151.6
Oct 17°C / 63°F 13.3° / 20.7° 156.6
Nov 10.9°C / 52°F 7.2° / 14.6° 197.2
Dec 5.8°C / 42°F 2.7° / 8.8° 227.4
Yahiko experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 180 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 18.2 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below Japan avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days180 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area9.7 sq mi (25.2 km²)
Population Density793/sq mi
Coordinates37.7000°N, 138.8333°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 85.9"
126% above Japan avg
Snowfall 18.2"
Wettest Month (Dec) 12.48"
Driest Month (May) 4.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

473 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.5. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 10, 2025.

Jan 1, 2024 2024 Noto Peninsula, Japan Earthquake M7.5 140 km
Jul 16, 2007 20 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M6.6 39 km
Feb 7, 1993 69 km NNE of Nanao, Japan M6.6 140 km
Jun 18, 2019 31 km WSW of Tsuruoka, Japan M6.4 119 km
May 5, 2023 49 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M6.2 136 km
Mar 11, 2011 13 km E of Arai, Japan M6.2 86 km
Jan 9, 2024 53 km WSW of Sado, Japan M5.9 94 km
Feb 25, 2013 29 km NE of Numata, Japan M5.8 102 km
Jan 1, 2024 42 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.8 142 km
Mar 11, 2011 eastern Honshu, Japan M5.7 97 km
Dec 3, 1996 35 km SE of Muramatsu, Japan M5.7 62 km
Jul 16, 2007 16 km NNW of Kashiwazaki, Japan M5.7 39 km
Jun 2, 2024 40 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.7 141 km
May 5, 2023 43 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 139 km
Jan 1, 2024 54 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.6 128 km
Apr 11, 2011 8 km WSW of Iiyama, Japan M5.5 110 km
Jan 1, 2024 56 km NE of Anamizu, Japan M5.5 126 km
Sep 29, 2010 35 km NNW of Kuroiso, Japan M5.5 105 km
Apr 1, 1995 8 km NE of Kameda-honch?, Japan M5.4 40 km
Feb 8, 2012 45 km WSW of Ry?tsu-minato, Japan M5.4 75 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

21 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Faxai (2019).

Year Name Category Closest
2019 Faxai Category 2 248 km
2019 Hagibis Category 1 172 km
2018 Jebi Category 1 202 km
2011 Roke Category 1 203 km
2007 Fitow Category 1 236 km
2005 Mawar Category 2 258 km
2004 Ma-on Category 3 249 km
2004 Songda Category 1 279 km
2004 Chaba Category 1 254 km
2002 Higos Category 1 181 km
2001 Danas Category 1 201 km
2000 Kirogi Category 1 256 km
1998 Vicki Category 2 102 km
1998 Stella Category 1 184 km
1996 Kirk Category 1 225 km
1995 Ryan Category 1 242 km
1994 Orchid Category 1 206 km
1993 Vernon Category 1 242 km
1991 Mireille Category 1 257 km
1990 Flo Category 1 223 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

15 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.3 m (37 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2024 HONSHU: W COAST Eruption + Earthquake 11.3 m 549 140 km
1833 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 9.0 m 85 136 km
1964 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 5.8 m 36 84 km
1993 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.5 m - 140 km
1987 HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake 0.2 m - 90 km
2019 NIIGATA Earthquake 0.1 m - 119 km
2023 NOTO PENINSULA, JAPAN Earthquake 0.1 m 1 136 km
2007 HONSHU: W COAST Earthquake - 15 35 km
1802 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake - 19 47 km
1762 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Earthquake - - 46 km
1751 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - 2,100 85 km
1614 NIIGATA PREFECTURE Earthquake - - 77 km
1448 SADO, JAPAN Earthquake - - 60 km
887 NIIGATA Earthquake - 2,000 68 km
863 NW. HONSHU ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake - - 99 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Numazawa (71 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Numazawa Shield 835 m (2,740 ft) -3400 71 km
Hiuchigatake Stratovolcano 2,356 m (7,730 ft) 1544 92 km
Bandaisan Stratovolcano 1,816 m (5,958 ft) 1888 110 km
Myokosan Stratovolcano 2,454 m (8,051 ft) -750 110 km
Nikko-Shiranesan Shield 2,578 m (8,458 ft) 1952 111 km
Niigata-Yakeyama Lava dome 2,400 m (7,874 ft) 1998 112 km
Shiga Shield(s) 2,041 m (6,696 ft) Unknown 116 km
Omanago Group Lava dome(s) 2,341 m (7,680 ft) -3050 117 km
Nasudake Stratovolcano(es) 1,915 m (6,283 ft) 1963 119 km
Nantaisan Stratovolcano 2,486 m (8,156 ft) -9540 119 km
Takaharayama Stratovolcano 1,795 m (5,889 ft) -4570 122 km
Kusatsu-Shiranesan Stratovolcano(es) 2,165 m (7,103 ft) 2018 123 km
Azumayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,949 m (6,394 ft) 1977 124 km
Adatarayama Stratovolcano(es) 1,728 m (5,669 ft) 1996 128 km
Akagisan Stratovolcano 1,828 m (5,997 ft) Unknown 131 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 10.9 in
February 34°F (1°C) 7.4 in Coldest
March 38°F (4°C) 5.2 in
April 49°F (9°C) 4.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in Driest
June 66°F (19°C) 5.2 in
July 74°F (23°C) 7.2 in
August 77°F (25°C) 5.5 in Warmest
September 69°F (21°C) 7.3 in
October 59°F (15°C) 7.0 in
November 48°F (9°C) 9.5 in
December 39°F (4°C) 12.5 in Wettest

Yahiko has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 34°F in February to 77°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 85.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (12.5") and May the driest (4.1").

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Schools in Yahiko

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
長岡市中学校 寺泊中学校 - - - -
長岡市小学校 寺泊小学校 - - - -
長岡市立 大河津小学校 - - - -
弥彦村学校弥彦中学校 - - - -
弥彦村学校弥彦小学校 - - - -
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Radio Stations near Yahiko

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Nonstop Casiopea - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Yahiko

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Disaster Prevention Archive
Former Sasagawa Residence
Kakudayama Museum
MaRouの杜
Minatopia Niigata City History Museum
Minatopia Niigata City History Museum
Minoru Endo Memorial Jisshokan
Nakanokuchi Predecessors Museum
Niigata City Art Museum
Niigata City Art Museum
Niigata City Manga & Anime Museum
Niigata City Manga & Anime Museum
Niigata Saitō Villa
Niigata Saitō Villa
Niigata Science Museum
Niigata Science Museum
Northern Culture Museum
Northern Culture Museum
NSG美術館
NSG美術館
Saito house
Setsuryōsha Museum of Art
Setsuryōsha Museum of Art
Shirone Kite Museum
TERADOMARI AQUARIUM
Treasure Hall
ギャラリーみつけ
みつけ伝承館
三条市歴史民俗産業資料館
今井美術館
信濃川大河津資料館
兼続お船ミュージアム
出雲崎石油記念館
加茂市民俗資料館
加茂紙漉場
天領出雲崎時代館
安吾風の館
安吾風の館
寺泊民俗資料館
山本五十六記念館
巻郷土資料館
敦井美術館
敦井美術館
新潟大学 旭町学術資料展示館
新潟大学 旭町学術資料展示館
新潟大学旭町学術資料展示館
新潟大学旭町学術資料展示館
新潟市マンガの家
新潟市マンガの家
新潟市役所 教育・文化施設潟東樋口記念美術館
新潟市文化財センター
新潟市歴史博物館みなとぴあ
新潟市歴史博物館みなとぴあ
新潟県政記念館
新潟県政記念館
新潟県政記念館
新潟県政記念館
新潟県立近代美術館
日本歯科大学新潟生命歯学部　医の博物館
日本歯科大学新潟生命歯学部　医の博物館
明和義人館
明和義人館
柳都美術館
柳都美術館
河合継之助記念館
潟東歴史民俗資料館
燕市産業史料館
田上町民俗資料館
篠田桃紅　作品館
篠田桃紅　作品館
良寛の里美術館
良寛記念館
菊盛記念美術館
見附市大凧伝承館
越後豪農の館 椿寿荘
越後長岡まちの駅古事記COM
道の駅良寛の里わしま 歴史民俗資料館
長岡市栃尾美術館
関屋分水資料館
関屋分水資料館

Libraries in Yahiko

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
三条市立図書館0.0
加茂市立図書館0.0
新潟市 潟東図書館0.0
新潟市内野図書館0.0
新潟市岩室図書館0.0
新潟市立中央図書館「ほんぽーと」0.0
新潟市立中央図書館「ほんぽーと」0.0
新潟市立舟江図書館0.0
新潟市立舟江図書館0.0
新潟市立鳥屋野図書館0.0
新潟市立鳥屋野図書館0.0
新潟県立図書館0.0
月潟図書館0.0
燕図書館0.0
燕市立吉田図書館0.0
生涯学習センター図書館0.0
生涯学習センター図書館0.0
白根図書館0.0
見附市図書館0.0
長岡市北地域図書館0.0
黒埼図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Yahiko

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
本町下市場（下本町商店街）
本町下市場（下本町商店街）
本町市場
本町市場

Hotels in Yahiko

13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ニュー日本海
めんめん亭わたや
伊勢崎市臨海学校
住吉屋
住吉屋
割烹の宿 山長
夕華
太古の湯
岩室温泉富士屋
民宿 いしい
海風亭寺泊日本海
金八
高島屋

Restaurants in Yahiko

8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

LA PORTA BLU
Winds
プリマベーラ
味処 花てまり
庄屋
弥彦山頂展望食堂
王将茶屋
田舎茶屋ゆきちゃん

Cafes in Yahiko

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

喫茶・花うさぎ

Zoos in Yahiko

2 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

日本鶏舎
鹿苑

Dentists in Yahiko

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

おぐろ歯科

Train Stations in Yahiko

4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kirihara
Teradomari
Yahagi
Yahiko

Bus Stations in Yahiko

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

越後交通 寺泊車庫

Gas Stations in Yahiko

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ENEOS
JP #3656173206
セルフ寺泊大町SS
昭和シェル

Banks in Yahiko

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

大栄信用組合
新潟縣信用組合 寺泊支店
第四北越銀行

Breweries in Yahiko

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
百川味噌株式会社
百川味噌株式会社
諸橋酒造
越銘醸

Stadiums & Teams in Yahiko

TeamLeagueDivision
Denka Big Swan Stadium
Niigata City Athletics Stadium
北越ガスグラウンド
新潟市体育館
鳥屋野運動公園野球場

Ski Resorts Near Yahiko

23 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Sado Daira Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tainai Ski and Snowboard area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Ninox Snow Park 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Mikawa Onsen 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Fuyudorigoe Ski Garden 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nagaoka City Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Tadami Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Suhara Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Koshi Kogen Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Yakushi Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Koide Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Nakasato Kiyotsu 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Hakkai Sanroku Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Itsukamachi Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Muikamachi Hakkaisan 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Kanayasan Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Aizu Kogen Takahata 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Muica Snow Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chateau Shiozawa Ski Area Yoshizato 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Cupid Valley Ski Area 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Oze Hinoemata Onsen Ski Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Joetsu International 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Yahiko

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Niigata AirportKIJLarge Airport
Sado AirportSDSMedium Airport
Tanaka Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Yahiko

10 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hozaki Summary Post Office
Ishize Summary Post Office
Iwamuro Post Office
Kirihara Post Office
Maze Post Office
Teradomari Nozumi Post Office
Teradomari Post Office
Yahagi Summary Post Office
Yahiko Fumoto Post Office
Yahiko Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yahiko

24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Boh Jinja Shrine (Unknown named Shrine)
Haraedo Jinja Shrine
Shimosuwa Jinja Shrine
Yahiko Shrine
Yu Jinja Shrine
住吉神社
円福寺
則伝寺
明聖寺
本高寺
法福寺
火宮神社
照明寺
照明寺密蔵院
生福寺
白山媛神社
聖徳寺
興琳寺
諏訪神社
越ノ浦神社
越後七浦観音
酒呑童子神社
長善寺
養泉寺

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 Yahiko

What is the population of Yahiko?

Yahiko has a population of 7,705 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 793 people per square mile, spread across 9.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Yahiko expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,700, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $74,000 (74% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $370 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 Yahiko?

Yahiko has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 180 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.9 inches, with 18.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Yahiko?

The job market in Yahiko is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 247 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yahiko?

The median home value in Yahiko is $74,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $370.

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