Livability Report
ItoshimaLivability Score
Fukuoka·Pop. 98,877
5-axis livability scores for Itoshima, Fukuoka based on Japanese government open data. Safety, cost, transport, education, and healthcare.
Published: Mar 14, 2026
Overall Score
41.6
53.1
45.9
50.5
58.5* 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
Safety41.6/100Cost53.1/100Convenience45.9/100Welfare50.5/100Economy58.5/100Basic Information
Population
98,877
Prefecture
Fukuoka
Q&A with Kai
Alex, Yuki, and Kai discuss what it's really like to live here.
Safety
Alex
Safety scores 41.6 with a crime rate of 6.52 per 1,000. How safe is Itoshima?
Yuki
Is that crime rate typical for a city of about 98,877 in Fukuoka?
Kai
The crime rate is 6.52 per 1,000 residents, giving a safety score of 41.6. This is a moderate rate for a Japanese city. Itoshima offers a generally safe living environment, particularly in residential neighborhoods.
Cost of Living
Alex
Cost scores 52.8. Is Itoshima affordable to live in?
Yuki
Land price at 55,038 yen/m² and rent around 50,005 yen — what does that tell us?
Kai
Average land price is 55,038 yen per square meter and average rent is about 50,005 yen, giving a cost score of 52.8. Housing costs are moderate. With taxable income at about 3,145,803 yen per capita, the balance between income and expenses is manageable.
Convenience
Alex
Convenience scores 46.5 with 19.6% public transit usage. Is transportation good?
Yuki
With 350 restaurants and 623 retail shops, how's daily life?
Kai
Public transit usage is 19.6%, giving a convenience score of 46.5. Rail and bus services are available for commuting and daily needs. There are 350 restaurants (3.54 per 1,000) and 623 retail shops (6.3 per 1,000), providing adequate options for daily needs.
Welfare
Alex
Welfare scores 50.2. How are medical and education facilities?
Yuki
Schools at 0.23 per 1,000 and medical facilities at 9.71 per 10,000 — what's the picture?
Kai
Welfare scores 50.2. There are 23 schools (0.23 per 1,000 residents) and medical facilities total 9.71 per 10,000 residents (8 hospitals, 88 clinics). Both education and healthcare infrastructure are well-developed.
Economy
Alex
Economy scores 56.0. How strong is Itoshima's economic base?
Yuki
Taxable income per capita is about 3,145,803 yen. What about population trends?
Kai
Economy scores 56.0. Taxable income per capita is about 3,145,803 yen, with net migration of +754 (0.76%). While income levels are modest, the lower cost of living helps maintain a comfortable standard of living.
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Detailed Data
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Avg. Land Price (¥/m²) | 55,038 |
| avg_rent | 50,005 |
| Clinics | 88 |
| Clinics (per 10,000) | 8.9 |
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | 6.52 |
| Hospitals | 8 |
| Hospitals (per 10,000) | 0.81 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | 9.71 |
| net_migration | 754 |
| net_migration_rate | 0.76 |
| Total Population | 98,877 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 19.6 |
| restaurant_count | 350 |
| restaurant_per_1000 | 3.54 |
| retail_count | 623 |
| retail_per_1000 | 6.3 |
| Schools (elementary + junior high + high) | 23 |
| Schools (per 1,000) | 0.23 |
| taxable_income_per_capita | 3,145,803 |
Data: 2024