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Yonabaru, Japan

Okinawa · Japan

Yonabaru is a small city in Okinawa, Japan with a population of 19,695. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
19,695 Population 4,689/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
73°F Avg Temperature 23°C
82.9 in Annual Rain
Asia / Tokyo Timezone
$24,800 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$24,800 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,000 home value, $370/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population19,695
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density4,689/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,800
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$370
Housing Units7,878

Climate

Avg Temp73°F (23°C)
Rain82.9 in/yr
Sunny Days186/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Population19,695
Population Density4,689 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates26.2044°, 127.7527°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkinawa
Average Temperature73°F (23°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation82.9 inches (2,105 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,800
Median Age44.2 years

About Yonabaru

Yonabaru is a small city in Japan (Okinawa) with a population of 19,695. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.9 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Yonabaru has a population of 19,695 with a density of 4,689 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

19,695
Total Population
4,689
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above Japan avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Yonabaru vs Japan Average

The median household income in Yonabaru is $24,800, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 630 business establishments.

Income: Yonabaru vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,800
67% below Japan avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)630

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Yonabaru 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 7,878 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, 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 Units7,878

Property Tax

Climate in Yonabaru

Yonabaru has an average annual temperature of 23.5°C (74°F). The hottest month is Jul (29.4°C), the coldest is Jan (17.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2154 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 17.4°C / 63°F 14.9° / 19.8° 101.7
Feb 17.7°C / 64°F 15.2° / 20.2° 114.4
Mar 19.3°C / 67°F 16.7° / 21.9° 142.4
Apr 21.6°C / 71°F 19° / 24.3° 161.5
May 24.4°C / 76°F 21.9° / 26.9° 245.3
Jun 27.4°C / 81°F 25.1° / 29.8° 284.9
Jul 29.4°C / 85°F 27° / 31.9° 188.4
Aug 29.2°C / 85°F 26.8° / 31.7° 239.8
Sep 28.2°C / 83°F 25.7° / 30.6° 273.4
Oct 25.7°C / 78°F 23.4° / 28° 172.6
Nov 22.6°C / 73°F 20.3° / 24.9° 119.3
Dec 19°C / 66°F 16.6° / 21.4° 110.2
Yonabaru has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 186 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 82.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average73.2°F
36% above Japan avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days186 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density4,689/sq mi
Coordinates26.2044°N, 127.7527°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 82.9"
118% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.65"
Driest Month (Dec) 4.25"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

912 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M4.8 on Aug 28, 2025.

Feb 26, 2010 70 km SE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M7.0 74 km
Mar 2, 2014 109 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.5 142 km
Jul 22, 2004 91 km E of Nago, Japan M6.1 118 km
Apr 14, 1991 82 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.0 111 km
May 1, 2023 69 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.9 75 km
May 17, 1990 13 km W of Nago, Japan M5.8 47 km
Jun 3, 2022 140 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.6 147 km
Jun 13, 2013 90 km E of Nago, Japan M5.6 119 km
Feb 8, 2022 Ryukyu Islands, Japan M5.6 141 km
Feb 21, 2022 143 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.6 150 km
Jun 15, 1993 130 km S of Itoman, Japan M5.5 139 km
May 1, 1993 46 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.5 54 km
Apr 9, 1997 69 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.5 77 km
Apr 11, 1997 66 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.5 75 km
May 7, 2022 137 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.5 144 km
May 5, 2011 57 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.5 65 km
Jul 24, 2004 77 km E of Nago, Japan M5.5 105 km
Jun 19, 2022 126 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.5 133 km
Mar 26, 2022 135 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.4 142 km
Apr 11, 1997 75 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.4 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

103 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Khanun (2023).

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Khanun Category 4 86 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 4 139 km
2021 In-fa Category 2 223 km
2020 Maysak Category 4 123 km
2020 Bavi Category 2 197 km
2019 Lingling Category 4 255 km
2019 Neoguri Category 2 221 km
2019 Tapah Category 1 252 km
2018 Maria Category 3 248 km
2018 Trami Category 2 41 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 95 km
2018 Kong-rey Category 1 146 km
2017 Talim Category 3 243 km
2017 Saola Category 1 119 km
2016 Chaba Category 5 114 km
2016 Namtheun Category 3 250 km
2015 Chan-hom Category 4 169 km
2015 Goni Category 4 137 km
2015 Noul Category 1 226 km
2015 Halola Category 1 224 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.2 m (4 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1768 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 1.2 m - 25 km
2010 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m - 74 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Io-Torishima (192 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Io-Torishima Complex 212 m (696 ft) 1968 192 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 4.8 in Coldest
February 62°F (17°C) 5.0 in
March 66°F (19°C) 6.7 in
April 71°F (21°C) 7.4 in
May 75°F (24°C) 9.5 in
June 80°F (27°C) 9.1 in
July 84°F (29°C) 6.9 in Warmest
August 83°F (29°C) 9.7 in Wettest
September 82°F (28°C) 7.8 in
October 77°F (25°C) 6.7 in
November 71°F (22°C) 5.2 in
December 65°F (19°C) 4.3 in Driest

Yonabaru has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 62°F in January to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 82.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.7") and December the driest (4.3").

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Schools in Yonabaru

18 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yonabaru Town Yonabaru Elementary School - - - -
大里北小学校 - - - -
Yonabaru Town Yonabaru Higashi Elementary School - - - -
西原町立 西原東小学校 - - - -
西原町立 西原中学校 - - - -
西原町立 西原南小学校 - - - -
Nanjo City Baten Elementary School - - - -
Nishihara Town Nishihara Elementary School - - - -
Nishihara Town Nishihara Higashi Junior High School - - - -
Nishihara Town Nishihara Elementary School - - - -
Seiran Dormitory, Kaiho High School - - - -
Nanjyo City Osato South Elementary School - - - -
Okinawa Prefectural Chinen High School - - - -
Yonabaru Town Yonabaru Junior High School - - - -
Naha Municipal Joto Elementary School - - - -
Nanjyo City Ozato Elementary School - - - -
Nishihara Town Nishihara East Elementary School - - - -
Nishihara Town Nishihara Junior High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Yonabaru

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
FM Kahoku 78.7 (FMかほく, JOZZ5AM-FM, 78.7 MHz, Kahoku City, Ishikawa) enka, japan MP3 96 kbps
FM那覇 (FM Naha) - UNKNOWN

Museums in Yonabaru

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BLISSTIA
Chatan Museum
Fukutsukan (Kamejiro Senaga and the People's History Museum)
Fukutsukan (Kamejiro Senaga and the People's History Museum)
Ginowan City Museum
Ginowan City Museum
Gushichan History and Fork Museum
Haebaru Town Museum
Haebaru Town Museum
Himeyuri Peace Museum
Kinjo Tetsuo Museum
Kinjo Tetsuo Museum
Moromi Folk Crafts Museum
Naha Hārī Museum
Naha Hārī Museum
Naha Traditional Craft Center
Naha Traditional Craft Center
Nakamurake Residence
Nanjo Art Museum
Okinawa City Museum of Postwar Culture and History HISTREET
Okinawa city Music Archives - Ongakumura
Okinawa Prefectural Art Museum (Okimyu)
Okinawa Prefectural Art Museum (Okimyu)
Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum
Okinawa World
Onna Village museum
Ryukyu simpo newspaper museum
Ryukyu simpo newspaper museum
Ryukyu-mura
Sakima Art Museum
Shuri castle park
Shuri castle park
Tsuboya Pottery Museum
Tsuboya Pottery Museum
Tsushimamaru Memorial museum
Tsushimamaru Memorial museum
Urasoe Castle Site and Youdore Museum
Urasoe Castle Site and Youdore Museum
Urasoe city museum
Urasoe city museum
Uruma City Ishikawa museum
Yonabaru Light Rail Station Museum
Yonabaru Light Rail Station Museum
Yuntanza Museum
うるま市立海の文化資料館
エイサー会館
与那原大綱引資料館
与那原大綱引資料館
埋蔵文化財センター
埋蔵文化財センター
展示広場
展示広場
昭和博物館~私はレトロ~
昭和博物館~私はレトロ~
東風平歴史民俗資料館
東風平歴史民俗資料館
歴史民俗資料展示室
歴史民俗資料展示室
沖縄地区税関広報展示室
沖縄地区税関広報展示室
沖縄市立郷土博物館
浦添市 歴史にふれる館
浦添市 歴史にふれる館
王国歴史博物館
糸満海人工房資料館
糸満海人工房資料館
西原劇場
西原劇場
風樹館
風樹館

Libraries in Yonabaru

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ayakari no mori Library0.0
Camp Courtney Library0.0
Chatan Town Library0.0
Ginowan City Library0.0
Ginowan City Library0.0
Haebaru Town Library0.0
Haebaru Town Library0.0
Itoman City Central Library0.0
Kadena Town Library0.0
Kin Town Library0.0
Library（Kadena base）0.0
Naha City Central Library0.0
Naha City Hantagawa Library0.0
Naha City Hantagawa Library0.0
Naha City Ishimine Library0.0
Naha City Ishimine Library0.0
Naha City Oroku South Library0.0
Naha City Oroku South Library0.0
Naha City Shuri Library0.0
Naha City Shuri Library0.0
Naha City Wakasa Public Library0.0
Nanjo City Library Sashiki Branch0.0
Nanjo City Library Tamagusuku branch0.0
Nanjyo City Chinen Library0.0
Nanjyo City Library Osato branch0.0
Nanjyo City Library Osato branch0.0
Nishihara Town Library0.0
Nishihara Town Library0.0
Okinawa Christian College Junior College Library0.0
Okinawa Christian College Junior College Library0.0
Okinawa City Library0.0
Okinawa International University Library0.0
Okinawa Prefectural Archives0.0
Okinawa Prefectural College of Nursing University Library0.0
Okinawa Prefectural College of Nursing University Library0.0
Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts Art Library0.0
Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts Art Library0.0
Okinawa Prefecture Library0.0
Okinawa Prefecture Library0.0
Okinawa University Library0.0
Okinawa University Library0.0
Okinawa Women's Junior College Library0.0
Okinawa Women's Junior College Library0.0
Ryukyu University Library0.0
Tomigusuku City Central Library0.0
Tomigusuku City Central Library0.0
Urasoe City Library0.0
Urasoe City Library0.0
Uruma City Central Library0.0
Uruma City Ishikawa Library0.0
Uruma City Katsuren Library0.0
Yonabaru Town Library0.0
八重瀬町図書館・こども学習センター0.0
八重瀬町図書館・こども学習センター0.0
宜野湾市民図書館0.0
恩納村文化情報センター0.0
読谷村立図書館0.0
那覇市立牧志駅前ほしぞら図書館0.0
那覇市立牧志駅前ほしぞら図書館0.0

Farmers Markets in Yonabaru

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
First Makishi public market
Happy More Market
Ishikawa no Eki
JA Farmer’s Market Chanpuru Ichiba
JAファーマーズマーケット西原 うんたま市場
NOREN PLAZA
Onna No Eki
Sakaemachi Market
Sakaemachi Market
Sakaemachi Market
Tomari Port Fish Market (Tomari Iyumachi)
Yunta Ichiba: Yomitan Farmers' Market
ファーマーズマーケットいとまん うまんちゅ市場
ファーマーズマーケットいとまん うまんちゅ市場
ファーマーズマーケット与那原あがりはま市場
ファーマーズマーケット与那原あがりはま市場
糸満市場いとま～る
西原さわふじマルシェ

Restaurants in Yonabaru

15 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Garden kuu Café
Gusto
Kaiyan
Nikudokoro Shishimai
Okinawa suba Chode-gwa
Yonabaru-ya
エース
かつ亭
かふう食堂
ドカメン
まんぷく食堂
亀そば
焼肉BANBAN
金
馬天そば

Cafes in Yonabaru

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

CAFE ソイラボ
Starbucks

Castles in Yonabaru

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ミーグスク

Clinics in Yonabaru

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP #1054690516
NIshihara Otorhinolaryngology
にしはらハート

Dentists in Yonabaru

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ishikawa Shika
JP #10558640648
Sawafuji Shika

Gas Stations in Yonabaru

12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

apollostation
Carenex
Carenex
ENEOS
ENEOS
ENEOS
Eneos Kaneku Service Station
Eneos Yonabaru Service Station
JA Osato North Service Station
JA-SS
Okiryu Chinen Gas station
かねひでＳＳあがり浜店

Banks in Yonabaru

8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Okinawa
Bank of the Ryukyus
JA Bank
JAおきなわ
Okinawa Bank Nishihara branch
Okinawa Kaiho Bank
The Bank of the Ryukyus
THE OKINAWA KAIHO BANK

Shopping Malls in Yonabaru

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

San-A Nishihara City

Gyms in Yonabaru

3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
JP #11610004991
オキナワフィットネス24

Golf Courses in Yonabaru

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Okinawa Country Club
マリンタウンゴルフ

Breweries in Yonabaru

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
NOMU Brewery
チャタンハーバー
桜坂ブルワリー
桜坂ブルワリー
浮島ブルーイング
浮島ブルーイング

Stadiums & Teams in Yonabaru

TeamLeagueDivision
Okinawa Cellular Stadium Naha
Onoyama Athletic stadium

Airports Near Yonabaru

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kadena Air BaseDNALarge Airport
Naha International AirportOKALarge Airport
Futenma Marine Corps Air Station-Medium Airport
Iejima AirportIEJMedium Airport
Aguni AirportAGJSmall Airport
Iejima Auxiliary Air Base-Small Airport
Ieshima West (LHA) Airfield-Small Airport
Izena Auxiliary Airfield-Small Airport
Kerama AirportKJPSmall Airport

Post Offices in Yonabaru

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Nishihara Gaja Post Office
Nishihara Post Office
Tsuhako Simple Post Office
Yonabaru Post Office

Treatment Centers in Yonabaru

13 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Higa Ophthalmic Hospital
Hikari Clinic
JINON Orthopaedic Clinic
OKA CHILDREN'S CLINIC
OKA CHILDREN'S CLINIC
Reha GRIT
Takamiyagi Derma Clinic
Torihori yōjō Clinic
WAN STYLE CLUB
あらかき内科クリニック
けいわクリニック
デイサービスつばさ
琉球大学保健管理センター

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yonabaru

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kaniman utaki Sacred Site
Teda Ukka
Tsuhako Tutikun Place of Worship
Ufuzato utaki
Utinchiji
久葉堂
御嶽山
東名大主
浄光寺
馬天キリスト教会

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 Yonabaru

What is the population of Yonabaru?

Yonabaru has a population of 19,695 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 4,689 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Yonabaru expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,800, 67% 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 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Yonabaru?

Yonabaru has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 186 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.9 inches.

How is the job market in Yonabaru?

Yonabaru has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 630 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yonabaru?

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

Nearby Cities

Kanegusuku 40,440 pop · 1.7 mi Nishihara 34,984 pop · 3.4 mi Nakagusuku 22,157 pop · 3.7 mi Urasoe 115,690 pop · 4.0 mi Ginowan 100,125 pop · 4.1 mi Nanjō 44,043 pop · 4.2 mi Tomigusuku 64,612 pop · 4.6 mi Naha 317,625 pop · 4.6 mi Yaese 30,941 pop · 5.4 mi Kishaba 17,969 pop · 7.3 mi Chatan 28,201 pop · 7.3 mi Itoman 61,007 pop · 7.5 mi Okinawa 142,752 pop · 9.6 mi Kadena 13,671 pop · 11.1 mi
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