Livability Report
TokorozawaLivability Score
Saitama·Pop. 342,464
5-axis livability scores for Tokorozawa, Saitama based on Japanese government open data. Safety, cost, convenience, welfare, and economy.
Published: Apr 10, 2026
Overall Score
40
38.4
46.2
40.1
56.4* 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
Safety40/100Cost38.4/100Convenience46.2/100Welfare40.1/100Economy56.4/100Basic Information
Population
342,464
Prefecture
Saitama
Q&A with Kai
Alex, Yuki, and Kai discuss what it's really like to live here.
Safety
Alex
Tokorozawa is known as the birthplace of aviation in Japan. How's the safety?
Yuki
What are the specific crime rate numbers?
Kai
Tokorozawa's crime rate is 6.77 per 1,000 residents, with a safety score of 40.1. As a large city of about 342,000 people, some caution is needed around commercial areas, but residential neighborhoods near the Sayama Hills maintain a peaceful environment. Ongoing redevelopment around Tokorozawa Station has improved street visibility and lighting.
Cost of Living
Alex
The cost score is 41.1. Are living expenses fairly high?
Yuki
Is it relatively affordable given its proximity to Tokyo?
Kai
Tokorozawa's average land price is 223,992 yen per square meter, with average rent around 61,046 yen. The cost score of 41.1 reflects typical suburban Tokyo pricing. Considering the Seibu Ikebukuro Line reaches Ikebukuro in about 30 minutes, housing costs are considerably lower than central Tokyo. The opening of Tokorozawa Sakura Town has also enhanced the city's appeal.
Convenience
Alex
The convenience score is 47.6. How's transportation access?
Yuki
Are there transit options beyond the Seibu lines?
Kai
Tokorozawa's public transit usage rate is 41.2%, with a convenience score of 47.6. The Seibu Ikebukuro and Shinjuku Lines intersect at Tokorozawa Station, providing good access to central Tokyo. The JR Musashino Line also runs through the city, plus there's a Kanetsu Expressway interchange. Restaurants at 2.69 and retail stores at 4.90 per 1,000 residents concentrate around station areas.
Welfare
Alex
The welfare score is 41.9. What's the healthcare situation?
Yuki
Are medical facilities sufficient for a city of 342,000?
Kai
Tokorozawa has 24 hospitals (0.70 per 10,000) and 226 clinics (6.60 per 10,000), with a combined density of 7.30 per 10,000. The welfare score of 41.9 reflects the per-capita ratio for a large city. There are 47 schools at 0.14 per 1,000 residents. Advanced medical facilities like the National Defense Medical College Hospital provide comprehensive care ranging from routine to specialized treatment.
Economy
Alex
The economy score of 55.2 is relatively high. What's behind that?
Yuki
What about income levels and population trends?
Kai
Tokorozawa's taxable income per capita is about 3.71 million yen, with an economy score of 55.2. Net migration is +405 (+0.12%), indicating population growth. As a hub city for the Seibu Group, with KADOKAWA's Sakura Town adding new economic vitality, the city continues to develop. It has also received high marks for sustainability, actively pursuing SDGs-oriented urban development.
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Detailed Data
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Avg. Land Price (¥/m²) | 223,992 |
| avg_rent | 61,046 |
| Clinics | 226 |
| Clinics (per 10,000) | 6.6 |
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | 6.77 |
| Hospitals | 24 |
| Hospitals (per 10,000) | 0.7 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | 7.3 |
| net_migration | 405 |
| net_migration_rate | 0.12 |
| Total Population | 342,464 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 41.2 |
| restaurant_count | 921 |
| restaurant_per_1000 | 2.69 |
| retail_count | 1,678 |
| retail_per_1000 | 4.9 |
| Schools (elementary + junior high + high) | 47 |
| Schools (per 1,000) | 0.14 |
| taxable_income_per_capita | 3,705,519 |
Data: 2024