Is Nishijin Expensive?

Fukuoka, Japan

-8% vs Fukuoka avg

Living in Nishijin, Fukuoka

Nishijin is a moderately-priced area within Fukuoka, with a cost of living index of 47.3 — that is -8% compared to the Fukuoka average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #9 out of 18 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥99,762/month, compared to a range of ¥81,328 in Zasshonokuma to ¥130,124 in Tenjin.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Nishijin, housing takes up roughly 23% 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 ¥3,990,472 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Nishijin

Salaries in Nishijin reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 47.3:

After tax and deductions of 27.0% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥3,990,472 would be roughly ¥2,913,045/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

47.3
COLI Index
0.92x
vs City Avg
¥99,762
Est. 1BR Rent
#9
of 18 Areas
27.0%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Nishijin

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥5,495,419 salary in Nishijin, Fukuoka (local employee).

Income Tax
12%
Health + Pension + Employment
14.8%
Total Deductions: 27.0%
Est. Take-Home: ¥4,013,261/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $35,475
London GBP £30,529
Dubai AED AED 177,509

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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Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Nishijin:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nishijin expensive in Fukuoka?

Nishijin is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Fukuoka. It costs about -8% less than the city average, ranking #9 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Nishijin compare to the Fukuoka average?

The cost of living in Nishijin is below the Fukuoka average. With a multiplier of 0.92x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -8% 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.