Livability Report
AtamiLivability Score
Shizuoka·Pop. 136,845
Livability analysis of Atami, Shizuoka across 5 axes: safety, cost, convenience, welfare, and economy based on government open data.
Published: Apr 4, 2026
Overall Score
55.3
49.6
46.9
38
45.7* These scores are based on statistical analysis of public data and do not represent a definitive assessment of any area. Actual livability varies depending on individual values and lifestyle.
5-Axis Score Breakdown
Safety55.3/100Cost49.6/100Convenience46.9/100Welfare38/100Economy45.7/100Basic Information
Population
136,845
Prefecture
Shizuoka
Q&A with Kai
Alex, Yuki, and Kai discuss what it's really like to live here.
Safety
Alex
How safe is Atami? It's a hot spring resort, so there must be lots of tourists.
Yuki
What does the specific crime data show?
Kai
Atami's crime rate is 4.39 per 1,000 residents, with a safety score of 55.2. While there's significant tourist traffic as a hot spring resort, the residential areas maintain a calm environment. The terrain — surrounded by sea and mountains — naturally separates residential neighborhoods from tourist zones, ensuring a sense of daily security.
Cost of Living
Alex
How much does it cost to live in Atami? Resort towns seem expensive.
Yuki
What are the land price and rent levels?
Kai
Atami's average land price is 108,660 yen per square meter, and the average rent is 51,492 yen, with a cost score of 50.1. The resort brand value makes it slightly above average for a regional city. However, considering it's only about 40 minutes from Tokyo by Shinkansen, the cost-performance for dual-residence or relocation is reasonable. The mild climate also keeps winter heating costs low.
Convenience
Alex
How convenient is Atami for daily life?
Yuki
The Shinkansen stop is handy, but what about everyday convenience?
Kai
The public transit usage rate is 6.2%, with a convenience score of 46.8. The Tokaido Shinkansen stop provides excellent access to Tokyo, but local transportation is car-dependent. Retail density is 7.75 per 1,000 residents with 4.13 restaurants per 1,000. The hilly terrain means many slopes, which is something to consider for daily life. The resort-style dining scene does add variety to everyday options.
Welfare
Alex
How are healthcare and education in Atami?
Yuki
Are hospitals and schools sufficient?
Kai
The welfare score is 39.9. Medical facility density is 6.28 per 10,000, with 5 hospitals and 81 clinics. While clinics are adequate, hospital density at 0.37 per 10,000 is limited. The school count is 0.16 per 1,000 across 22 schools. For advanced medical needs, hospitals in Mishima or Numazu would be utilized. The hot spring environment does offer unique health and rehabilitation benefits.
Economy
Alex
How's Atami's economy? Is it entirely dependent on hot spring tourism?
Yuki
What are the income and population trends?
Kai
The economy score is 46.2. Taxable income per capita is about 3.13 million yen, with net outmigration of 241 and a rate of -0.18%. Tourism is the economic pillar, and Atami has been recognized for its V-shaped recovery as a revitalized hot spring destination. Renovated accommodations and cafes are attracting younger residents and entrepreneurs. The proximity to Tokyo also supports growing demand for dual-residence lifestyles, boosting the local economy.
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Detailed Data
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Avg. Land Price (¥/m²) | 108,660 |
| avg_rent | 51,492 |
| Clinics | 81 |
| Clinics (per 10,000) | 5.92 |
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | 4.39 |
| Hospitals | 5 |
| Hospitals (per 10,000) | 0.37 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | 6.28 |
| net_migration | -241 |
| net_migration_rate | -0.18 |
| Total Population | 136,845 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 6.2 |
| restaurant_count | 565 |
| restaurant_per_1000 | 4.13 |
| retail_count | 1,060 |
| retail_per_1000 | 7.75 |
| Schools (elementary + junior high + high) | 22 |
| Schools (per 1,000) | 0.16 |
| taxable_income_per_capita | 3,132,400 |
Data: 2024