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Zamami, Japan

Okinawa · Japan

Zamami is a small town in Okinawa, Japan with a population of 924. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
924 Population 313/sq mi density
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
85.4 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

Population924
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density313/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,000
Rent$370
Housing Units370

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain85.4 in/yr
Sunny Days181/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population924
Population Density313 / sq mi
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates26.2286°, 127.3033°
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo
Country🇯🇵 Japan
State / ProvinceOkinawa
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Annual Precipitation85.4 inches (2,170 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,800
Median Age44.2 years

About Zamami

Zamami is a small town in Japan (Okinawa) with a population of 924. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.

Zamami has a population of 924 with a density of 313 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

924
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above Japan avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Zamami vs Japan Average

The median household income in Zamami 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 30 business establishments.

Income: Zamami vs Japan

Commute Mode

Income

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below Japan avg
Establishments (County)30

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Zamami 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 370 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 Units370

Property Tax

Zamami has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 84°F in July. The area gets 181 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 85.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

64°F Jan (18°C) 84°F Jul (29°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above Japan avg
January Average64°F (18°C)
July Average84°F (29°C)
Sunny Days181 days/yr

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates26.2286°N, 127.3033°W
TimezoneAsia/Tokyo

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 85.4"
125% above Japan avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 9.92"
Driest Month (Dec) 4.37"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

968 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 M7.0 117 km
Mar 2, 2014 109 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.5 134 km
Apr 14, 1991 82 km NW of Nago, Japan M6.0 104 km
Aug 7, 2007 136 km WNW of Nago, Japan M6.0 127 km
May 1, 2023 69 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.9 119 km
Jul 31, 2007 134 km NW of Nago, Japan M5.9 130 km
Aug 17, 2001 137 km NE of Hirara, Japan M5.9 123 km
Mar 26, 2009 155 km NW of Nago, Japan M5.9 145 km
May 17, 1990 13 km W of Nago, Japan M5.8 69 km
Mar 17, 2022 146 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.7 113 km
Jan 15, 2010 151 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.7 117 km
Sep 18, 2022 166 km W of Itoman, Japan M5.7 130 km
Feb 8, 2022 Ryukyu Islands, Japan M5.6 103 km
Jun 3, 2022 140 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.6 107 km
Apr 13, 2022 145 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.6 113 km
Feb 21, 2022 143 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.6 111 km
May 5, 2011 57 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.5 110 km
Apr 11, 1997 66 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.5 120 km
Apr 9, 1997 69 km ESE of Katsuren-haebaru, Japan M5.5 122 km
May 1, 1993 46 km WNW of Naha, Japan M5.5 21 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

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

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Khanun Category 4 62 km
2022 Hinnamnor Category 4 167 km
2021 In-fa Category 2 226 km
2020 Maysak Category 4 81 km
2020 Bavi Category 2 162 km
2019 Lekima Category 4 291 km
2019 Lingling Category 4 210 km
2019 Neoguri Category 2 257 km
2019 Tapah Category 1 213 km
2018 Maria Category 3 227 km
2018 Trami Category 2 21 km
2018 Prapiroon Category 1 50 km
2018 Kong-rey Category 1 101 km
2017 Talim Category 4 205 km
2017 Saola Category 1 146 km
2016 Chaba Category 5 71 km
2016 Malakas Category 3 285 km
2016 Namtheun Category 1 286 km
2015 Chan-hom Category 4 144 km
2015 Goni Category 4 105 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 - 20 km
2010 RYUKYU ISLANDS Earthquake 0.1 m - 117 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 64°F (18°C) 5.2 in
February 63°F (17°C) 5.1 in Coldest
March 66°F (19°C) 6.9 in
April 71°F (21°C) 7.2 in
May 75°F (24°C) 9.4 in
June 81°F (27°C) 9.7 in
July 84°F (29°C) 6.9 in Warmest
August 83°F (29°C) 9.9 in Wettest
September 81°F (27°C) 8.5 in
October 78°F (25°C) 6.9 in
November 73°F (23°C) 5.3 in
December 67°F (20°C) 4.4 in Driest

Zamami has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 63°F in February to 84°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 85.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.9") and December the driest (4.4").

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Schools in Zamami

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Zamami Village Zamami Elementary School - - - -
Zamami Village Aka Elementary School - - - -
Zamami Junior High School - - - -
Zamami Village Geruma Elementary School - - - -
Zamami Village Geruma Junior High School - - - -
Zamami Village Aka Junior High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Zamami

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Hotels in Zamami

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asagi
Cha villa
シラハマアイランズリゾート

Restaurants in Zamami

17 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amulet
Ao-no-Umi
Beach Shop Awesome
Bento Healthy Shokusai Tampopo
Kat's Inn Kerama
La Toquee
Little Kitchen
Marumiya
Nakamura Mizu
Ojisan
Open House
Par-Ra Toshi-chan
Shinya Shokudo
Torajiro
Wayama Mozuku
Zamamia Burger & pizza
居酒屋 ななまる

Cafes in Zamami

12 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

A sign
Cafe Bar 303
Cafe Bar Kafushi Dou
Cafe Bar Karii
Gluten Free Pokapoka
Hahna Cafe
Hidamariya
Self-Cafe Kucha
Shokudou Jirobe
Umi no Chaya
Umi-no-Yado Minami
Yukuruya

Gas Stations in Zamami

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aka Portable Station
ENEOS Zamami Service Station

Banks in Zamami

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

JP Bank

Airports Near Zamami

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kadena Air BaseDNALarge Airport
Naha International AirportOKALarge Airport
Futenma Marine Corps Air Station-Medium Airport
Iejima AirportIEJMedium Airport
Kumejima AirportUEOMedium 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 Zamami

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Aka Post Office
Zamami Post Office

Explore Near Zamami

Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Zamami

What is the population of Zamami?

Zamami has a population of 924 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 313 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Zamami 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 Zamami?

Zamami has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.4 inches.

How is the job market in Zamami?

Zamami has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. There are 30 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Zamami?

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

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