Is Kita (Umeda) Expensive?

Osaka, Japan

+22% vs Osaka avg

Living in Kita (Umeda), Osaka

Kita (Umeda) is the most expensive area in Osaka, with a cost of living index of 76.6 — that is +22% compared to the Osaka average. Only the top 1 of 20 neighborhoods cost more. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥188,990/month, compared to a range of ¥105,339 in Nishinari to ¥188,990 in Kita (Umeda).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Kita (Umeda), housing takes up roughly 37% 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 ¥7,559,590 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Kita (Umeda)

Salaries in Kita (Umeda) reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 76.6:

After tax and deductions of 30.6% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥7,559,590 would be roughly ¥5,246,356/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

76.6
COLI Index
1.22x
vs City Avg
¥188,990
Est. 1BR Rent
#1
of 20 Areas
30.6%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Kita (Umeda)

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥8,899,559 salary in Kita (Umeda), Osaka (local employee).

Income Tax
16%
Health + Pension + Employment
14.8%
Total Deductions: 30.6%
Est. Take-Home: ¥6,175,975/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Kita (Umeda) would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $57,450
London GBP £49,441
Dubai AED AED 287,467

Other Neighborhoods in Osaka

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
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%
Nishi 65.9 1.05x +5%

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Compare Kita (Umeda)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kita (Umeda) expensive in Osaka?

Yes, Kita (Umeda) is one of the more expensive neighborhoods in Osaka. It costs about +22% more than the city average, ranking #1 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Kita (Umeda) compare to the Osaka average?

The cost of living in Kita (Umeda) is significantly above the Osaka average. With a multiplier of 1.22x, 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.