Livability Report
HayamaLivability Score
Kanagawa·Pop. 31,665
5-axis livability scores for Hayama, Kanagawa based on Japanese government open data. Safety, cost, transport, education, and healthcare.
Published: Mar 21, 2026
Overall Score
53
35.5
50.4
36.6
58.1* 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
Safety53/100Cost35.5/100Convenience50.4/100Welfare36.6/100Economy58.1/100Basic Information
Population
31,665
Prefecture
Kanagawa
Q&A with Kai
Alex, Yuki, and Kai discuss what it's really like to live here.
Safety
Alex
Safety scores 52.9 with a crime rate of 4.75 per 1,000. How safe is Hayama?
Yuki
Is that crime rate typical for a city of about 31,665 in Kanagawa?
Kai
The crime rate is 4.75 per 1,000 residents, giving a safety score of 52.9. This is a low rate, indicating Hayama is a relatively safe city to live in. Residential areas tend to be quiet and well-maintained.
Cost of Living
Alex
Cost scores 25.7. Is Hayama expensive to live in?
Yuki
Land price at 166,250 yen/m² and rent around 96,376 yen — what does that tell us?
Kai
Average land price is 166,250 yen per square meter and average rent is about 96,376 yen, giving a cost score of 25.7. Housing costs are on the higher side, but this reflects the quality of the living environment. Taxable income averages about 4,888,946 yen per capita.
Convenience
Alex
Convenience scores 50.9 with 41.3% public transit usage. Is transportation good?
Yuki
With 113 restaurants and 194 retail shops, how's daily life?
Kai
Public transit usage is 41.3%, giving a convenience score of 50.9. The transit infrastructure is well-developed, making car-free living feasible. There are 113 restaurants (3.57 per 1,000) and 194 retail shops (6.13 per 1,000), providing adequate options for daily needs.
Welfare
Alex
Welfare scores 38.3. How are medical and education facilities?
Yuki
Schools at 0.19 per 1,000 and medical facilities at 5.37 per 10,000 — what's the picture?
Kai
Welfare scores 38.3. There are 6 schools (0.19 per 1,000 residents) and medical facilities total 5.37 per 10,000 residents (1 hospitals, 16 clinics). Basic services are available, though specialized care may require travel to nearby cities.
Economy
Alex
Economy scores 61.7. How strong is Hayama's economic base?
Yuki
Taxable income per capita is about 4,888,946 yen. What about population trends?
Kai
Economy scores 61.7. Taxable income per capita is about 4,888,946 yen, with net migration of -135 (-0.43%). Hayama has a strong economic base with above-average income levels, indicating a prosperous community.
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Detailed Data
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Avg. Land Price (¥/m²) | 166,250 |
| avg_rent | 96,376 |
| Clinics | 16 |
| Clinics (per 10,000) | 5.05 |
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | 4.75 |
| Hospitals | 1 |
| Hospitals (per 10,000) | 0.32 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | 5.37 |
| net_migration | -135 |
| net_migration_rate | -0.43 |
| Total Population | 31,665 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 41.3 |
| restaurant_count | 113 |
| restaurant_per_1000 | 3.57 |
| retail_count | 194 |
| retail_per_1000 | 6.13 |
| Schools (elementary + junior high + high) | 6 |
| Schools (per 1,000) | 0.19 |
| taxable_income_per_capita | 4,888,946 |
Data: 2024