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Gobō, Japan
Wakayama · Japan
Gobō is a small city in Wakayama, Japan with a population of 23,481. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Gobō
Gobō is a city located in Wakayama Prefecture, Japan. As of May 2024, the city had an estimated population of 21,260 in 10,801 households and a population density of 480 persons per km2. The total area of the city is 43.91 square kilometres (16.95 sq mi).
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| Population | 23,481 |
| Population Density | 1,385 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | 33.8815°, 135.1696° |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
| Country | 🇯🇵 Japan |
| State / Province | Wakayama |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.5 inches (1,791 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $28,900 |
| Median Age | 50.8 years |
About Gobō
Gobō is a small city in Japan (Wakayama) with a population of 23,481. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.5 inches. The timezone is Asia/Tokyo.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Gobō vs Japan Average
Income: Gobō vs Japan
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $28,900 |
| 62% below Japan avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below Japan avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 751 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $70,000 |
| 75% below Japan avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $350 |
| 70% below Japan avg |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 9,392 |
Property Tax
Climate in Gobō
Gobō has an average annual temperature of 17.6°C (64°F). The hottest month is Aug (27.9°C), the coldest is Jan (8.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1873 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 59.4°F |
| 10% above Japan avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 208 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 17.0 sq mi (43.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,385/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8815°N, 135.1696°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Tokyo |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
20 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 28.0 m (92 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1854 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 28.0 m | 3,000 | 88 km |
| 1707 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 25.7 m | 5,000 | 83 km |
| 1605 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | 10.0 m | 5,000 | 101 km |
| 1946 | HONSHU: S COAST | Earthquake | 6.6 m | 1,362 | 109 km |
| 1711 | SEIONAIKAI, JAPAN | Earthquake | 2.0 m | 1,000 | 117 km |
| 1520 | KII, KUMANANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 109 km |
| 1510 | OSAKA BAY | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 83 km |
| 1403 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 125 km |
| 922 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | 2.0 m | - | 142 km |
| 1808 | E. AWA, TOKUSHIMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | 1.5 m | - | 34 km |
| 1948 | TOKAIDO | Earthquake | 0.6 m | - | 96 km |
| 1995 | KOBE, JAPAN | Earthquake | 0.3 m | 6,434 | 79 km |
| 1791 | OASAKA BAY | Earthquake | - | - | 72 km |
| 1498 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | - | 43 km |
| 1361 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | 660 | 99 km |
| 1360 | KUMANONADA | Earthquake | - | - | 109 km |
| 1331 | OFF TANABE, WAKAYAMA PREFECTURE | Earthquake | - | - | 20 km |
| 1099 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | - | 103 km |
| 887 | NANKAIDO | Earthquake | - | - | 99 km |
| 745 | OSAKA BAY, JAPAN | Earthquake | - | - | 81 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 6.7 in | |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 7.1 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 10.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 7.5 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 73°F (23°C) | 10.2 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
Gobō has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 41°F in January to 79°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 70.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (10.7") and December the driest (2.0").
Schools in Gobō
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 市立塩屋小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立河南中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立湯川中学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立湯川小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立藤田小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 市立野口小学校 | - | - | - | - |
| 町立稲原西小学校 | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Gobō
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Gobō
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minakata Kumagusu Archives | ||||
| Minakata Kumagusu's House | ||||
| Tanabe City Museum of Art | ||||
| 南方熊楠記念館 | ||||
| 御坊市歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 旧栖原家 | ||||
| 有田川町鉄道交流館 | ||||
| 有田市郷土資料館 | ||||
| 湯浅おもちゃ博物館 | ||||
| 湯浅しょうゆ資料館角長の職入蔵 | ||||
| 熊野古道 歴史民俗資料館 | ||||
| 甚風呂 | ||||
| 白浜民俗温泉資料館 | ||||
| 白浜民俗温泉資料館 | ||||
| 紀州博物館 | ||||
| 職人蔵 | ||||
| 蒸気機関車 D51 1085号機 | ||||
| 醤油資料館 |
Libraries in Gobō
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirahama-cho Children's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| みなべ町立図書館上南部分館 | 0.0 | |||||
| みなべ町立図書館中央館(ゆめよみ館) | 0.0 | |||||
| 和歌山県立紀南図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 地域交流センター ALEC | 0.0 | |||||
| 地域交流センター ALEC | 0.0 | |||||
| 御坊市立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 海南市下津図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 海南市下津図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 湯浅町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 白浜町立図書館白浜分室 | 0.0 | |||||
| 美浜町立図書館 | 0.0 | |||||
| 金屋町図書館 | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Gobō
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| とれとれ市場 | |||||
| 株式会社 ユニ・ワールド 本社/営業本部 |
Hotels in Gobō
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Gobō
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Gobō
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Gobō
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Gobō
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nagisa Beer | ||||
| Voyager brewing co. | ||||
| Voyager brewing co. |
Airports Near Gobō
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kansai International Airport | KIX | Large Airport |
| Tokushima Awaodori Airport / JMSDF Tokushima Air Base | TKS | Large Airport |
| Nanki Shirahama Airport | SHM | Medium Airport |
| Yao Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| JGSDF Shinodayama Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Gobō
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fujii Post Office | |
| Gobo Iwauchi Summary Post Office | |
| Gobo Shioya Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Gobō
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 道成寺 |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Japan
16 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Gobō
What is the population of Gobō?
Gobō has a population of 23,481 residents and is located in Japan. The population density is 1,385 people per square mile, spread across 17.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Gobō expensive to live in?
The median household income is $28,900, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $70,000 (75% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $350 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Gobō?
Gobō enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 208 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.5 inches.
How is the job market in Gobō?
The job market in Gobō is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. There are 751 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Gobō?
The median home value in Gobō is $70,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $350.