Is Ibaraki Expensive?

Osaka, Japan

-18% vs Osaka avg

Living in Ibaraki, Osaka

Ibaraki is a relatively affordable area in Osaka, with a cost of living index of 51.5 — that is -18% compared to the Osaka average. At #15 of 20, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥127,026/month, compared to a range of ¥105,339 in Nishinari to ¥188,990 in Kita (Umeda).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Ibaraki, housing takes up roughly 25% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 20%, while transportation costs around 10%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately ¥5,081,036 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Ibaraki

Salaries in Ibaraki reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 51.5:

After tax and deductions of 27.6% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥5,081,036 would be roughly ¥3,678,670/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

51.5
COLI Index
0.82x
vs City Avg
¥127,026
Est. 1BR Rent
#15
of 20 Areas
27.6%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Ibaraki

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥5,983,385 salary in Ibaraki, Osaka (local employee).

Income Tax
13%
Health + Pension + Employment
14.8%
Total Deductions: 27.6%
Est. Take-Home: ¥4,331,659/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $38,625
London GBP £33,240
Dubai AED AED 193,271

Other Neighborhoods in Osaka

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Kita (Umeda) 76.6 1.22x +22%
Chuo (Namba) 74.1 1.18x +18%
Shinsaibashi 72.2 1.15x +15%
Fukushima 69.1 1.10x +10%
Tennoji 67.8 1.08x +8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ibaraki expensive in Osaka?

Ibaraki is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Osaka. It costs about -18% less than the city average, ranking #15 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Ibaraki compare to the Osaka average?

The cost of living in Ibaraki is below the Osaka average. With a multiplier of 0.82x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -18% 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.