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Yamada, Japan
Iwate · Japan
Yamada is a small city in Iwate, Japan with a population of 15,195. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Yamada
Yamada is a town in Iwate Prefecture, Japan. As of 1 May 2020, the town had an estimated population of 15,195 and a population density of 58 persons per km2, in 6,554 households. The total area of the town is 262.81 square kilometres (101.47 sq mi).
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| Population | 15,195 |
| Population Density | 150 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.4667°, 141.9500° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Iwate |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.7 inches (1,390 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.1 inches (10 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,100 |
| Median Age | 51.2 years |
About Yamada
Yamada is a small city in Japan (Iwate) with a population of 15,195. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 31°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.7 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Yamada vs Japan Average
Income: Yamada vs Japan
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Income
| Median HH Income | $26,100 |
| 65% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 486 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $64,000 |
| 77% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $320 |
| 72% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 6,078 |
Property Tax
Climate in Yamada
Yamada has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (22.6°C), the coldest is Jan (0.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1330 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below Japan avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 237 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 101.5 sq mi (262.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 150/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.4667°N, 141.9500°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 39.3 m (129 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 39.3 m | 18,423 | 135 km |
| 1763 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 5.0 m | - | 148 km |
| 1861 | OFF MIYAGI | Earthquake | 3.9 m | - | 108 km |
| 2008 | ARATOZAWA, JAPAN | Eruption + Earthquake | 2.5 m | 23 | 104 km |
| 1846 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 47 km |
| 1960 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 130 km |
| 1968 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 99 km |
| 1989 | JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.9 m | - | 81 km |
| 1936 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.7 m | - | 143 km |
| 2011 | HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 138 km |
| 1978 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 28 | 142 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 124 km |
| 1912 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 115 km |
| 1928 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 122 km |
| 1981 | E. HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | - | 115 km |
| 1992 | HONSHU ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 119 km |
| 1960 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 104 km |
| 2015 | HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | - | 91 km |
| 1901 | OFF NORTHEAST COAST HONSHU | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 18 | 130 km |
| 2025 | SANRIKU | Earthquake | 0.2 m | - | 126 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Iwatesan (92 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Iwatesan | Complex | 2,038 m (6,686 ft) | 1919 | 92 km |
| Akita-Komagatake | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,637 m (5,371 ft) | 1971 | 104 km |
| Hachimantai | Stratovolcano | 1,613 m (5,292 ft) | -5350 | 109 km |
| Kurikomayama | Stratovolcano | 1,627 m (5,338 ft) | 1950 | 115 km |
| Akita-Yakeyama | Stratovolcano | 1,366 m (4,482 ft) | 1997 | 116 km |
| Naruko | Caldera | 470 m (1,542 ft) | 837 | 133 km |
| Towada | Caldera | 1,011 m (3,317 ft) | 915 | 148 km |
| Hakkodasan | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,585 m (5,200 ft) | 1550 | 161 km |
| Chokaisan | Stratovolcano(es) | 2,236 m (7,336 ft) | 1974 | 169 km |
| Iwakisan | Stratovolcano | 1,625 m (5,331 ft) | 1863 | 193 km |
| Zaozan [Zaosan] | Complex | 1,841 m (6,040 ft) | 1940 | 197 km |
| Megata | Maar(s) | 291 m (955 ft) | -2050 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°F (-1°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 31°F (-1°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 36°F (2°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 61°F (16°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 6.4 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 2.2 in |
Yamada has a seasonal temperature swing of 41°F / from 31°F in January to 71°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.7 inches, with September being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (1.9").
Schools in Yamada
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| kaitaro Booto | - | - | - | - |
| 町立豊間根小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立豊間根中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立荒川小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 山田幼稚園 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立山田南小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立山田中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 岩手県立山田高等学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立船越小学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Yamada
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Yamada
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iron and Steel History Museum | ||||
| Sakiyama Shell Mound Jomon-no-mori Museum 崎山貝塚縄文の森ミュージアム | ||||
| Tsunami Memorial Hall | ||||
| 栗橋ふるさと伝承館 | ||||
| 釜石市郷土資料館 | ||||
| 鯨と海の科学館 |
Libraries in Yamada
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 大槌町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 宮古市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 山田町ふれあいセンター「はぴね」 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Yamada
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 中古市場 | |||||
| 宮古市場 | |||||
| 宮古魚市場 | |||||
| 山田魚市場 | |||||
| 生産者販売 | |||||
| 釜石魚市場 |
Restaurants in Yamada
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Yamada
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Yamada
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Yamada
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Yamada
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Yamada
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Yamada
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hujiyu Brewery | ||||
| 藤勇醸造株式会社 |
Stadiums & Teams in Yamada
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Yamada
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akabane Ski Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Yamada
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yamatanigawa Auxiliary Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Yamada
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Funakoshi Pot Office | |
| Orikasa Post Office | |
| Oura Summary Post Office | |
| Tanohama Summary Post Office | |
| Toyomane Post Office | |
| Yamada Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Yamada
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| いっぽいっぽ山田 | |
| 南陽寺 | |
| 山田八幡宮 | |
| 水天宮 | |
| 荒神社 |
Quick Facts
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16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Yamada
What is the population of Yamada?
Yamada has a population of 15,195 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 150 people per square mile, spread across 101.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Yamada expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,100, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $64,000 (77% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $320 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Yamada?
Yamada has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.7 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Yamada?
The job market in Yamada is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 486 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Yamada?
The median home value in Yamada is $64,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $320.