Is Nishijin Area Expensive?

Fukuoka, Japan

-12% vs Fukuoka avg

Living in Nishijin Area, Fukuoka

Nishijin Area is a relatively affordable area in Fukuoka, with a cost of living index of 45.2 — that is -12% compared to the Fukuoka average. At #10 of 18, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥95,424/month, compared to a range of ¥81,328 in Zasshonokuma to ¥130,124 in Tenjin.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Nishijin Area, housing takes up roughly 22% 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 ¥3,816,973 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Nishijin Area

Salaries in Nishijin Area reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 45.2:

After tax and deductions of 26.6% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥3,816,973 would be roughly ¥2,801,659/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

45.2
COLI Index
0.88x
vs City Avg
¥95,424
Est. 1BR Rent
#10
of 18 Areas
26.6%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Nishijin Area

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥5,251,437 salary in Nishijin Area, Fukuoka (local employee).

Income Tax
12%
Health + Pension + Employment
14.8%
Total Deductions: 26.6%
Est. Take-Home: ¥3,854,062/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 Area would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $33,900
London GBP £29,174
Dubai AED AED 169,628

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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Compare Nishijin Area

Nishijin Area vs Zasshonokuma Nishijin Area vs Tenjin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nishijin Area expensive in Fukuoka?

Nishijin Area is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Fukuoka. It costs about -12% less than the city average, ranking #10 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Nishijin Area compare to the Fukuoka average?

The cost of living in Nishijin Area is below the Fukuoka average. With a multiplier of 0.88x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -12% 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.