Climate
About Saitama
Saitama is a city in Saitama, Japan, with a population of about 1,324,025 inhabitants. About 23.0% of residents are aged 65 or over and the median age is 45.8. The average taxable income is about 423.1万 yen per taxpayer (2023). The population density is about 6,090/km² (ranked #36 of 531 covered cities), the home-ownership rate is 54.7% and the city counts 39 hospitals. Since 1980, the population has grown by 50.6% (+4.8% between 2015 and 2020). On this page you can find driving distances, travel time and routes from Saitama to major Japanese cities, nearby towns and the local climate.
Saitama — key statistics
Source: e-Stat — Statistics Bureau of Japan (census, housing & land survey, medical facilities & school surveys, municipal finance)
Distances from Saitama
Straight-line distance — click for the full driving route, time and fuel cost.
Nearby cities
Closest towns and cities around Saitama.
Train stations near Saitama
Closest railway stations.
Frequently asked questions
Saitama population?
About 1,324,025 inhabitants (2020 census).
Population density of Saitama?
About 6,090 inhabitants/km² (area 217.4 km²).
Average rent in Saitama?
About 3,855 yen per tatami per month (2018 Housing and Land Survey).
Distance from Saitama to Tokyo?
About 25 km in a straight line.