Livability Report
ToyamaLivability Score
Toyama·Pop. 413,938
5-axis livability scores for Toyama, Toyama based on Japanese government open data. Safety, cost, convenience, welfare, and economy.
Published: Apr 29, 2026
Overall Score
54.8
54.8
48.3
49.8
48* 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
Safety54.8/100Cost54.8/100Convenience48.3/100Welfare49.8/100Economy48/100Basic Information
Population
413,938
Prefecture
Toyama
Q&A with Kai
Alex, Yuki, and Kai discuss what it's really like to live here.
Safety
Alex
Toyama is known for its compact city concept. How's safety?
Yuki
What are the specific crime rate numbers?
Kai
Toyama's crime rate is 4.47 per 1,000 residents, with a safety score of 54.7. As a core city of about 414,000, it maintains calm public safety. Built on the historic castle town known for its traveling medicine sellers, the LRT-based compact city design creates a walkable urban environment with good visibility throughout.
Cost of Living
Alex
The cost score is 54.3. How much does living cost?
Yuki
How do housing costs compare for a Hokuriku capital?
Kai
Toyama's average land price is 69,924 yen per square meter, with average rent around 45,886 yen. The cost score of 54.3 reflects balanced living costs for a prefectural capital. Despite the Hokuriku Shinkansen opening, land prices haven't surged dramatically, maintaining affordable levels. Retail stores at 8.04 per 1,000 residents keep daily shopping convenient.
Convenience
Alex
The convenience score is 47.9. It's known as a streetcar city, right?
Yuki
What impact has the Hokuriku Shinkansen had?
Kai
Toyama's public transit usage rate is 5.9%, with a convenience score of 47.9. The LRT (streetcar)-centered compact city policy is distinctive, promoting car-free urban living. The Hokuriku Shinkansen reaches Tokyo in about 2 hours 10 minutes, and Toyama Airport offers domestic and international flights. With 4.54 restaurants and 8.04 retail stores per 1,000 residents, the Kansui Park area and other commercial zones are vibrant.
Welfare
Alex
The welfare score is 49.5. How's healthcare in this 'medicine city'?
Yuki
What are the specific medical facility numbers?
Kai
Toyama has 46 hospitals (1.11 per 10,000) and 345 clinics (8.33 per 10,000), with a combined density of 9.45 per 10,000. The welfare score of 49.5 reflects solid healthcare backed by the city's pharmaceutical heritage. There are 94 schools at 0.23 per 1,000 residents. The Toyama University Hospital provides advanced care, and the strong pharmaceutical industry fosters high health awareness.
Economy
Alex
The economy score is 48.3. What are the main industries?
Yuki
What about income levels and population trends?
Kai
Toyama's taxable income per capita is about 3.36 million yen, with an economy score of 48.3. Net migration is -811 (-0.20%), showing slight outflow. Pharmaceuticals, machinery, and chemical industries are well-developed, with Hokuriku Electric Power and Hokuriku Bank headquartered here. Designated as an Environmental Model City and SDGs Future City, Toyama was also named in the NY Times' places to visit, gaining international recognition.
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Detailed Data
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Avg. Land Price (¥/m²) | 69,924 |
| avg_rent | 45,886 |
| Clinics | 345 |
| Clinics (per 10,000) | 8.33 |
| Crime Rate (per 1,000) | 4.47 |
| Hospitals | 46 |
| Hospitals (per 10,000) | 1.11 |
| Medical Facilities (per 10,000, hospitals + clinics) | 9.45 |
| net_migration | -811 |
| net_migration_rate | -0.2 |
| Total Population | 413,938 |
| Public Transit Usage (%) | 5.9 |
| restaurant_count | 1,879 |
| restaurant_per_1000 | 4.54 |
| retail_count | 3,328 |
| retail_per_1000 | 8.04 |
| Schools (elementary + junior high + high) | 94 |
| Schools (per 1,000) | 0.23 |
| taxable_income_per_capita | 3,362,507 |
Data: 2024