Is Minoh Expensive?

Osaka, Japan

-15% vs Osaka avg

Living in Minoh, Osaka

Minoh is a relatively affordable area in Osaka, with a cost of living index of 53.4 — that is -15% compared to the Osaka average. At #12 of 20, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥131,673/month, compared to a range of ¥105,339 in Nishinari to ¥188,990 in Kita (Umeda).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Minoh, housing takes up roughly 26% 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 ¥5,266,928 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Minoh

Salaries in Minoh reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 53.4:

After tax and deductions of 27.9% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥5,266,928 would be roughly ¥3,797,455/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

53.4
COLI Index
0.85x
vs City Avg
¥131,673
Est. 1BR Rent
#12
of 20 Areas
27.9%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Minoh

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥6,204,131 salary in Minoh, Osaka (local employee).

Income Tax
13%
Health + Pension + Employment
14.8%
Total Deductions: 27.9%
Est. Take-Home: ¥4,475,695/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $40,050
London GBP £34,466
Dubai AED AED 200,402

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 Minoh expensive in Osaka?

Minoh is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Osaka. It costs about -15% less than the city average, ranking #12 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Minoh compare to the Osaka average?

The cost of living in Minoh is below the Osaka average. With a multiplier of 0.85x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -15% 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.