Fukuoka, Japan
+15% vs Fukuoka avgHakata is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Fukuoka, with a cost of living index of 59.1 — that is +15% compared to the Fukuoka average. It ranks #2 out of 18 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥124,702/month, compared to a range of ¥81,328 in Zasshonokuma to ¥130,124 in Tenjin.
For a typical resident of Hakata, housing takes up roughly 29% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 21%, while transportation costs around 11%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately ¥4,988,090 before tax.
Salaries in Hakata reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 59.1:
After tax and deductions of 28.5% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥4,988,090 would be roughly ¥3,566,485/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.
Estimated annual deductions on a ¥6,866,370 salary in Hakata, Fukuoka (local employee).
Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.
What a $75,000 USD salary in Hakata would need to be elsewhere:
| City | Currency | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| New York | USD | $44,325 |
| London | GBP | £38,145 |
| Dubai | AED | AED 221,793 |
| Neighborhood | COLI | Multiplier | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tenjin | 61.7 | 1.20x | +20% |
| Daimyo | 57.6 | 1.12x | +12% |
| Ohori | 56.5 | 1.10x | +10% |
| Imaizumi | 56.5 | 1.10x | +10% |
| Yakuin | 55.5 | 1.08x | +8% |
See exactly what you need to earn in Hakata, Fukuoka to maintain your lifestyle.
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Yes, Hakata is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Fukuoka. It costs about +15% more than the city average, ranking #2 out of 18 neighborhoods.
The cost of living in Hakata is above the Fukuoka average. With a multiplier of 1.15x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +15% compared to the city baseline.