Is Noke Expensive?

Fukuoka, Japan

-22% vs Fukuoka avg

Living in Noke, Fukuoka

Noke is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Fukuoka, with a cost of living index of 40.1 — that is -22% compared to the Fukuoka average. Ranked #16 of 18, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥84,581/month, compared to a range of ¥81,328 in Zasshonokuma to ¥130,124 in Tenjin.

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Noke, housing takes up roughly 20% 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 ¥3,383,227 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Noke

Salaries in Noke reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 40.1:

After tax and deductions of 25.6% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥3,383,227 would be roughly ¥2,517,121/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

40.1
COLI Index
0.78x
vs City Avg
¥84,581
Est. 1BR Rent
#16
of 18 Areas
25.6%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Noke

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥4,658,907 salary in Noke, Fukuoka (local employee).

Income Tax
11%
Health + Pension + Employment
14.8%
Total Deductions: 25.6%
Est. Take-Home: ¥3,467,437/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $30,075
London GBP £25,882
Dubai AED AED 150,489

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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Noke vs Chihaya Noke vs Zasshonokuma

Similar Neighborhoods Worldwide

Neighborhoods with a similar cost of living to Noke:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Noke expensive in Fukuoka?

Noke is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Fukuoka. It costs about -22% less than the city average, ranking #16 out of 18 neighborhoods.

How does Noke compare to the Fukuoka average?

The cost of living in Noke is well below the Fukuoka average. With a multiplier of 0.78x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -22% 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.