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Yakumo, Japan
Hokkaido · Japan
Yakumo is a small city in Hokkaido, Japan with a population of 15,826. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
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| Population | 15,826 |
| Population Density | 16 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 42.2539°, 140.2692° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Hokkaido |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.3 inches (1,277 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 13.6 inches (34 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 49.6 years |
About Yakumo
Yakumo is a small city in Japan (Hokkaido) with a population of 15,826. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 25°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.3 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Yakumo vs Japan Average
Income: Yakumo 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) | 506 |
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 | 6,330 |
Property Tax
Climate in Yakumo
Yakumo has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.6°C), the coldest is Jan (-1.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1327 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.8°F |
| 13% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Sunny Days | 245 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 1,003.3 sq mi (2,598.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 16/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2539°N, 140.2692°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 90.0 m (295 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1741 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 90.0 m | 2,000 | 112 km |
| 1993 | SEA OF JAPAN | Earthquake | 32.0 m | 231 | 110 km |
| 1640 | SE. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Explosion | 8.0 m | 700 | 40 km |
| 1983 | N. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 140 km |
| 1993 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 46 km |
| 1834 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 149 km |
| 1792 | W. HOKKAIDO ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 141 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
11 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Hokkaido-Komagatake (40 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Hokkaido-Komagatake | Stratovolcano | 1,131 m (3,711 ft) | 2000 | 40 km |
| Toya | Stratovolcano | 733 m (2,405 ft) | 2001 | 57 km |
| Niseko | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,308 m (4,291 ft) | -4900 | 76 km |
| Yoteizan | Stratovolcano | 1,888 m (6,194 ft) | -1050 | 78 km |
| Kuttara | Stratovolcano(es) | 549 m (1,801 ft) | 1820 | 78 km |
| Esan | Lava dome(s) | 618 m (2,028 ft) | 1874 | 89 km |
| Shikotsu | Caldera | 1,320 m (4,331 ft) | 1979 | 103 km |
| Oshima-Oshima | Stratovolcano | 732 m (2,402 ft) | 1790 | 111 km |
| Osorezan | Stratovolcano | 878 m (2,881 ft) | 1787 | 129 km |
| Iwakisan | Stratovolcano | 1,625 m (5,331 ft) | 1863 | 178 km |
| Hakkodasan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,585 m (5,200 ft) | 1550 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-3°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 2.9 in | Driest |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 67°F (19°C) | 5.1 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 6.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 31°F (-1°C) | 3.9 in |
Yakumo has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 25°F in January to 70°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and March the driest (2.9").
Colleges & Universities in Yakumo
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 北里大学 獣医学部 附属フィールドサイエンスセンター 八雲牧場 | University | — | — |
| 東京理科大学 長万部キャンパス | University | — | — |
Schools in Yakumo
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 八雲高等学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 北海道八雲養護学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 東野小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立野田生中学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立野田生小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立山越小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立浜松小学校 | — | — | — | — |
| 町立八雲小学校 | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Yakumo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ピリカ旧石器文化館 |
Libraries in Yakumo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 八雲町立図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yakumo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 八雲町漁協 地方卸売市場 |
Hotels in Yakumo
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Yakumo
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Yakumo
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Yakumo
6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yakumo
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Ski Resorts Near Yakumo
16 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furusatonomori Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Kaminokuni Chomin Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Assabu Chomin (Taikoyama) Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Niyama Kogen Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Hakodate Nanae Snowpark | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Greenpia Onuma | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Yakumo Choei Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Pirika Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Funamidai Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Rusutsu Resort Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Suttsu Town Ski Area | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Niseko Moiwa Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Niseko United | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Chisennupri | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Asahigaoka Ski Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| Iwanai Resort | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Yakumo
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hakodate Airport | HKD | Large Airport |
| JASDF Yakumo Airbase | — | Small Airport |
| Shikabe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yakumo
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 八雲神社 | |
| 創価学会 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Yakumo
What is the population of Yakumo?
Yakumo has a population of 15,826 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 1,003.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Yakumo 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 Yakumo?
Yakumo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.3 inches, with 13.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Yakumo?
Yakumo has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 506 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Yakumo?
The median home value in Yakumo is $68,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $340.