GotoLivability Score

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Goto's crime rate is 2.99 per 1,000 residents, with a high safety score of 64.1. As a remote island city of about 42,000 people, strong community bonds contribute significantly to public safety. The area is home to UNESCO World Heritage Hidden Christian Sites, and the cultural heritage helps maintain a peaceful way of life.

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Goto's average land price is 21,625 yen per square meter, with average rent at 30,604 yen. The cost score is 63.6, showing very affordable housing. While some daily goods carry added transport costs due to the island location, fresh local seafood is abundantly available. The low land prices and rents are a significant attraction.

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Goto's public transit usage rate is 3.8%, with a convenience score of 49.3. Being a remote island, mainland access is limited to ferries and flights. However, the island has 477 retail shops (11.27 per 1,000 people), an exceptionally high commercial density for its population size. With 144 restaurants (3.4 per 1,000), daily shopping needs are well covered.

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Goto has 4 hospitals (0.94 per 10,000 residents) and 35 clinics (8.27 per 10,000), with a combined medical facility density of 9.21 per 10,000. The welfare score is a relatively high 56.7, well-equipped for a remote island. Schools number 23 at 0.54 per 1,000 residents, showing very high educational facility density.

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Goto's taxable income per capita is approximately 2.49 million yen, with a lower economy score of 32.8. Net migration is -354 (rate of -0.84%), showing continued population outflow. Fisheries and tourism are the main industries, with tourist numbers rising since the UNESCO World Heritage designation. Recent efforts to attract remote workers and promote migration are gaining traction.