Is Momochi Expensive?

Fukuoka, Japan

+5% vs Fukuoka avg

Living in Momochi, Fukuoka

Momochi is a moderately-priced area within Fukuoka, with a cost of living index of 54.0 — that is +5% compared to the Fukuoka average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #7 out of 18 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥113,859/month, compared to a range of ¥81,328 in Zasshonokuma to ¥130,124 in Tenjin.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Momochi, housing takes up roughly 26% 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 ¥4,554,343 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Momochi

Salaries in Momochi reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 54.0:

After tax and deductions of 27.9% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥4,554,343 would be roughly ¥3,283,682/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

54.0
COLI Index
1.05x
vs City Avg
¥113,859
Est. 1BR Rent
#7
of 18 Areas
27.9%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Momochi

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥6,273,840 salary in Momochi, Fukuoka (local employee).

Income Tax
13%
Health + Pension + Employment
14.8%
Total Deductions: 27.9%
Est. Take-Home: ¥4,521,181/yr

Rates shown are for a local employee. Use the salary converter for expat calculations.

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Momochi would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $40,500
London GBP £34,854
Dubai AED AED 202,653

Other Neighborhoods in Fukuoka

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Tenjin 61.7 1.20x +20%
Hakata 59.1 1.15x +15%
Daimyo 57.6 1.12x +12%
Ohori 56.5 1.10x +10%
Imaizumi 56.5 1.10x +10%

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Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Momochi:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Momochi expensive in Fukuoka?

Momochi is near the city average for Fukuoka. Costs are about +5% vs the average, making it a mid-range neighborhood.

How does Momochi compare to the Fukuoka average?

The cost of living in Momochi is above the Fukuoka average. With a multiplier of 1.05x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are +5% compared to the city baseline.

Data Sources: Cost of living indices based on crowd-sourced price data and official statistics. Tax calculations follow 2026 rates. Sources include Statistics Bureau of Japan · Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare · OECD Better Life Index. Figures are estimates and may vary based on individual circumstances.