Is Miyakojima Expensive?

Osaka, Japan

-8% vs Osaka avg

Living in Miyakojima, Osaka

Miyakojima is a moderately-priced area within Osaka, with a cost of living index of 57.8 — that is -8% compared to the Osaka average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #9 out of 20 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥142,517/month, compared to a range of ¥105,339 in Nishinari to ¥188,990 in Kita (Umeda).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Miyakojima, housing takes up roughly 28% 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 ¥5,700,675 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Miyakojima

Salaries in Miyakojima reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 57.8:

After tax and deductions of 28.4% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥5,700,675 would be roughly ¥4,081,683/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

57.8
COLI Index
0.92x
vs City Avg
¥142,517
Est. 1BR Rent
#9
of 20 Areas
28.4%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Miyakojima

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥6,715,333 salary in Miyakojima, Osaka (local employee).

Income Tax
14%
Health + Pension + Employment
14.8%
Total Deductions: 28.4%
Est. Take-Home: ¥4,809,255/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $43,350
London GBP £37,306
Dubai AED AED 216,914

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 Miyakojima expensive in Osaka?

Miyakojima is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Osaka. It costs about -8% less than the city average, ranking #9 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Miyakojima compare to the Osaka average?

The cost of living in Miyakojima is below the Osaka average. With a multiplier of 0.92x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -8% 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.