Climate
About Gobō
Gobō is a city in Wakayama, Japan, with a population of about 23,481 inhabitants. About 31.2% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 51.3. The average taxable income is about 302.7万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 535/km² (ranked #258 of 531 covered cities), the home-ownership rate is 56.6% and the city counts 3 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has declined by 22.8% (-5.3% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Gobō to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Gobō — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Gobō — population dynamics & households
In 2024, Gobō recorded 115 births and 351 deaths (natural change -236), with 503 people moving in and 730 moving out (net migration -227).
Source: e-Stat — System of Social and Demographic Statistics (vital statistics, migration report, census)
Gobō — official land prices 2026
The 2026 official land price survey lists 5 standard points in Gobō: residential land averages 27,300 yen/m² (median 27,300, highest 27,800), with an average change of -0.68 % over one year.
Source: MLIT — National Land Numerical Information, Official Land Price (L01) 2026
Distances from Gobō
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Nearby cities
Closest towns and cities around Gobō.
Train stations near Gobō
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Gobō population?
About 23,481 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Gobō?
About 535 inhabitants/km² (area 43.9 km²).
Average rent in Gobō?
About 1,930 yen per tatami per month (2018 Housing and Land Survey).
Distance from Gobō to Tokyo?
About 460 km in a straight line.