MatsumotoLivability Score

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Matsumoto's crime rate is 3.88 per 1,000 residents, earning a safety score of 81.2. Staying below 4 incidents per thousand represents a very safe level. The smaller population and strong community bonds contribute to the excellent safety. Even around Matsumoto Station, there are few issues, and walking at night is generally comfortable.

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Matsumoto's average land price is 66,180 yen per square meter, earning a cost score of 98.3. This is an extremely affordable level, enabling significantly lower housing costs. Even near Matsumoto Station prices remain reasonable, with suburban areas offering even more affordable residential land. However, since it's a car-dependent city, vehicle maintenance costs (parking, gas, insurance) should be factored into the living budget.

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Matsumoto's public transit usage rate is just 4.5%, resulting in a transport score of 6.4. JR Shinonoi and Oito Lines plus Alpico Kotsu's Kamikochi Line and bus routes exist, but service frequency is limited for everyday use. The vast majority of residents rely on private cars. Bicycle infrastructure is being developed in the city center, but winter snowfall makes cycling seasonal. Owning a car is essentially a must.

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Matsumoto has 58 schools at a density of 0.24 per 1,000 residents, giving an education score of 76.0. For a population of 241,000, schools are generously distributed, ensuring children can walk to school. Nagano Prefecture is historically known as an 'education prefecture,' and Matsumoto carries that tradition. Shinshu University also has a campus here, adding an academic atmosphere to the city.

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Matsumoto has 16 hospitals (0.66 per 10,000 residents) and 233 clinics (9.66 per 10,000), totaling 10.33 medical facilities per 10,000 people. While the healthcare score is 35.5, Shinshu University Hospital provides advanced medical care. The clinic density of 9.66 is sufficient, so finding a family doctor for everyday needs is not an issue.