Livability Report
IwakiLivability Score
Fukushima·Pop. 332,931
5-axis livability scores for Iwaki, Fukushima based on Japanese government open data. Safety, cost, transport, education, and healthcare.
Published: Apr 28, 2026
Overall Score
54.4
58.7
46.8
49.8
44.4* 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
Safety54.4/100Cost58.7/100Convenience46.8/100Welfare49.8/100Economy44.4/100Basic Information
Population
332,931
Prefecture
Fukushima
Q&A with Kai
Alex, Yuki, and Kai discuss what it's really like to live here.
Safety
Alex
Safety scores 54.3 with a crime rate of 4.53 per 1,000. How safe is Iwaki?
Yuki
Is that crime rate typical for a city of about 332,931 in Fukushima?
Kai
The crime rate is 4.53 per 1,000 residents, giving a safety score of 54.3. This is a low rate, indicating Iwaki is a relatively safe city to live in. Residential areas tend to be quiet and well-maintained.
Cost of Living
Alex
Cost scores 57.4. Is Iwaki affordable to live in?
Yuki
Land price at 47,103 yen/m² and rent around 41,218 yen — what does that tell us?
Kai
Average land price is 47,103 yen per square meter and average rent is about 41,218 yen, giving a cost score of 57.4. Housing costs are quite affordable, making Iwaki attractive for budget-conscious residents. With taxable income at about 3,149,645 yen per capita, the income-to-cost ratio is favorable.
Convenience
Alex
Convenience scores 46.7 with 4.6% public transit usage. Is transportation good?
Yuki
With 1369 restaurants and 2652 retail shops, how's daily life?
Kai
Public transit usage is 4.6%, giving a convenience score of 46.7. Public transit options are limited, so having a car significantly improves daily life. There are 1369 restaurants (4.11 per 1,000) and 2652 retail shops (7.97 per 1,000), providing excellent shopping and dining options.
Welfare
Alex
Welfare scores 48.5. How are medical and education facilities?
Yuki
Schools at 0.32 per 1,000 and medical facilities at 8.17 per 10,000 — what's the picture?
Kai
Welfare scores 48.5. There are 106 schools (0.32 per 1,000 residents) and medical facilities total 8.17 per 10,000 residents (26 hospitals, 246 clinics). Both education and healthcare infrastructure are well-developed.
Economy
Alex
Economy scores 45.2. How strong is Iwaki's economic base?
Yuki
Taxable income per capita is about 3,149,645 yen. What about population trends?
Kai
Economy scores 45.2. Taxable income per capita is about 3,149,645 yen, with net migration of -973 (-0.29%). 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) | 47,103 |
| avg_rent | 41,218 |
| Clinics | 246 |
| Clinics (per 10,000) | 7.39 |
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | 4.53 |
| Hospitals | 26 |
| Hospitals (per 10,000) | 0.78 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | 8.17 |
| net_migration | -973 |
| net_migration_rate | -0.29 |
| Total Population | 332,931 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 4.6 |
| restaurant_count | 1,369 |
| restaurant_per_1000 | 4.11 |
| retail_count | 2,652 |
| retail_per_1000 | 7.97 |
| Schools (elementary + junior high + high) | 106 |
| Schools (per 1,000) | 0.32 |
| taxable_income_per_capita | 3,149,645 |
Data: 2024