Livability Report
MatsudoLivability Score
Chiba·Pop. 498,232
5-axis livability scores for Matsudo, Chiba based on Japanese government open data. Safety, cost, convenience, welfare, and economy.
Published: Mar 18, 2026
Overall Score
45
40.5
48
36.5
63.1* 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
Safety45/100Cost40.5/100Convenience48/100Welfare36.5/100Economy63.1/100Basic Information
Population
498,232
Prefecture
Chiba
Q&A with Kai
Alex, Yuki, and Kai discuss what it's really like to live here.
Safety
Alex
How safe is Matsudo? It's a bedroom community close to Tokyo, right?
Yuki
What are the specific crime rate numbers?
Kai
Matsudo's crime rate is 6.0 per 1,000 residents, with a safety score of 44.9. For a large bedroom community of about 498,000 people, this is a standard level. The city's history as an Edo-era post town along the Mito Kaido, combined with well-planned urban development, contributes to residential stability.
Cost of Living
Alex
Being next to Tokyo, are living costs on the higher side?
Yuki
What are the specific land price and rent figures?
Kai
Matsudo's average land price is 220,498 yen per square meter, with average rent at about 57,669 yen. The cost score of 43.0 reflects the inevitable premium of a Tokyo-adjacent commuter town. However, considering the excellent access to central Tokyo, the cost-performance ratio for convenience is reasonable.
Convenience
Alex
A convenience score of 49.4. Eight train lines and twenty stations is impressive.
Yuki
What's the public transit usage rate?
Kai
Matsudo's public transit rate is 49.9%, resulting in a convenience score of 49.4. With 8 lines and 20 stations including the JR Joban Line, Musashino Line, Keisei Matsudo Line, and Hokuso Line, the rail network is exceptionally comprehensive. Retail density is 4.32 per 1,000 residents and restaurants at 3.07, with commercial facilities concentrated around station areas.
Welfare
Alex
The welfare score of 38.7 is on the lower side. What's driving that?
Yuki
What are the medical facility and school numbers?
Kai
Matsudo has a medical facility density of 6.02 per 10,000 residents, with 19 hospitals and 281 clinics. The relatively low density against a population of about 498,000 is the main factor behind the welfare score of 38.7. Schools number 69, or 0.14 per 1,000 residents — a structural challenge common to large cities. However, the city hosts Matsumotokiyoshi's headquarters, reflecting a cluster of health-related industries.
Economy
Alex
The economy score of 60.2 is strong! Is this a popular commuter destination?
Yuki
What about income levels and population inflow details?
Kai
Matsudo's taxable income per capita is about 3.73 million yen, with an economy score of 60.2. Many residents commute to central Tokyo, contributing to higher income levels. Net migration shows an inflow of 2,958 people (+0.59%), indicating sustained population growth. Known as the birthplace of the Nijusseiki pear, the city blends history with modern convenience.
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Detailed Data
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Avg. Land Price (¥/m²) | 220,498 |
| avg_rent | 57,669 |
| Clinics | 281 |
| Clinics (per 10,000) | 5.64 |
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | 6 |
| Hospitals | 19 |
| Hospitals (per 10,000) | 0.38 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | 6.02 |
| net_migration | 2,958 |
| net_migration_rate | 0.59 |
| Total Population | 498,232 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 49.9 |
| restaurant_count | 1,531 |
| restaurant_per_1000 | 3.07 |
| retail_count | 2,153 |
| retail_per_1000 | 4.32 |
| Schools (elementary + junior high + high) | 69 |
| Schools (per 1,000) | 0.14 |
| taxable_income_per_capita | 3,728,787 |
Data: 2024