Is Nishinari Expensive?

Osaka, Japan

-32% vs Osaka avg

Living in Nishinari, Osaka

Nishinari is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Osaka, with a cost of living index of 42.7 — that is -32% compared to the Osaka average. Ranked #20 of 20, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥105,339/month, compared to a range of ¥105,339 in Nishinari to ¥188,990 in Kita (Umeda).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Nishinari, housing takes up roughly 20% 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 ¥4,213,542 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Nishinari

Salaries in Nishinari reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 42.7:

After tax and deductions of 26.1% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥4,213,542 would be roughly ¥3,113,808/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

42.7
COLI Index
0.68x
vs City Avg
¥105,339
Est. 1BR Rent
#20
of 20 Areas
26.1%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Nishinari

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥4,960,981 salary in Nishinari, Osaka (local employee).

Income Tax
11%
Health + Pension + Employment
14.8%
Total Deductions: 26.1%
Est. Take-Home: ¥3,664,540/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $32,025
London GBP £27,560
Dubai AED AED 160,246

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 Nishinari expensive in Osaka?

Nishinari is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Osaka. It costs about -32% less than the city average, ranking #20 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Nishinari compare to the Osaka average?

The cost of living in Nishinari is well below the Osaka average. With a multiplier of 0.68x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -32% 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.