Livability Report
IchikawaLivability Score
Chiba·Pop. 496,676
5-axis livability scores for Ichikawa, Chiba based on Japanese government open data. Safety, cost, transport, education, and healthcare.
Published: Apr 21, 2026
Overall Score
45
25.8
45.8
37.7
63.5* 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
Safety45/100Cost25.8/100Convenience45.8/100Welfare37.7/100Economy63.5/100Basic Information
Population
496,676
Prefecture
Chiba
Q&A with Kai
Alex, Yuki, and Kai discuss what it's really like to live here.
Safety
Alex
Safety scores 44.9 with a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000. How safe is Ichikawa?
Yuki
Is that crime rate typical for a city of about 496,676 in Chiba?
Kai
The crime rate is 6.0 per 1,000 residents, giving a safety score of 44.9. This is a moderate rate for a Japanese city. Ichikawa offers a generally safe living environment, particularly in residential neighborhoods.
Cost of Living
Alex
Cost scores 30.2. Is Ichikawa expensive to live in?
Yuki
Land price at 412,221 yen/m² and rent around 69,234 yen — what does that tell us?
Kai
Average land price is 412,221 yen per square meter and average rent is about 69,234 yen, giving a cost score of 30.2. Housing costs are on the higher side, but this reflects the quality of the living environment. Taxable income averages about 4,117,804 yen per capita.
Convenience
Alex
Convenience scores 47.7 with 53.1% public transit usage. Is transportation good?
Yuki
With 1120 restaurants and 1859 retail shops, how's daily life?
Kai
Public transit usage is 53.1%, giving a convenience score of 47.7. The transit infrastructure is well-developed, making car-free living feasible. There are 1120 restaurants (2.25 per 1,000) and 1859 retail shops (3.74 per 1,000), covering basic daily necessities.
Welfare
Alex
Welfare scores 40.0. How are medical and education facilities?
Yuki
Schools at 0.12 per 1,000 and medical facilities at 6.74 per 10,000 — what's the picture?
Kai
Welfare scores 40.0. There are 61 schools (0.12 per 1,000 residents) and medical facilities total 6.74 per 10,000 residents (12 hospitals, 323 clinics). The infrastructure provides reasonable coverage for residents' needs.
Economy
Alex
Economy scores 61.0. How strong is Ichikawa's economic base?
Yuki
Taxable income per capita is about 4,117,804 yen. What about population trends?
Kai
Economy scores 61.0. Taxable income per capita is about 4,117,804 yen, with net migration of +1386 (0.28%). Ichikawa 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) | 412,221 |
| avg_rent | 69,234 |
| Clinics | 323 |
| Clinics (per 10,000) | 6.5 |
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | 6 |
| Hospitals | 12 |
| Hospitals (per 10,000) | 0.24 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | 6.74 |
| net_migration | 1,386 |
| net_migration_rate | 0.28 |
| Total Population | 496,676 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 53.1 |
| restaurant_count | 1,120 |
| restaurant_per_1000 | 2.25 |
| retail_count | 1,859 |
| retail_per_1000 | 3.74 |
| Schools (elementary + junior high + high) | 61 |
| Schools (per 1,000) | 0.12 |
| taxable_income_per_capita | 4,117,804 |
Data: 2024