About Ibara
Ibara is a city in Okayama, Japan, with a population of about 38,384 inhabitants. About 37.4% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 55.2. The average taxable income is about 294.3万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 158/km² (ranked #412 of 531 covered cities), the home-ownership rate is 63.0% and the city counts 3 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has declined by 25.7% (-7.3% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Ibara to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Ibara — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Ibara — population dynamics & households
In 2024, Ibara recorded 155 births and 697 deaths (natural change -542), with 727 people moving in and 944 moving out (net migration -217).
Source: e-Stat — System of Social and Demographic Statistics (vital statistics, migration report, census)
Ibara — official land prices 2026
The 2026 official land price survey lists 6 standard points in Ibara: residential land averages 24,025 yen/m² (median 25,650, highest 32,600), commercial land averages 45,300 yen/m², with an average change of +0.02 % over one year.
Source: MLIT — National Land Numerical Information, Official Land Price (L01) 2026
Distances from Ibara
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Train stations near Ibara
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Ibara population?
About 38,384 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Ibara?
About 158 inhabitants/km² (area 243.5 km²).
Average rent in Ibara?
About 1,611 yen per tatami per month (2018 Housing and Land Survey).
Distance from Ibara to Tokyo?
About 579 km in a straight line.