Is Sumiyoshi Expensive?

Osaka, Japan

-12% vs Osaka avg

Living in Sumiyoshi, Osaka

Sumiyoshi is a relatively affordable area in Osaka, with a cost of living index of 55.3 — that is -12% compared to the Osaka average. At #11 of 20, it is below the city average in cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥136,320/month, compared to a range of ¥105,339 in Nishinari to ¥188,990 in Kita (Umeda).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Sumiyoshi, 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 ¥5,452,819 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Sumiyoshi

Salaries in Sumiyoshi reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 55.3:

After tax and deductions of 28.1% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥5,452,819 would be roughly ¥3,920,577/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

55.3
COLI Index
0.88x
vs City Avg
¥136,320
Est. 1BR Rent
#11
of 20 Areas
28.1%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Sumiyoshi

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥6,424,877 salary in Sumiyoshi, Osaka (local employee).

Income Tax
13%
Health + Pension + Employment
14.8%
Total Deductions: 28.1%
Est. Take-Home: ¥4,619,732/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $41,475
London GBP £35,693
Dubai AED AED 207,532

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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Sumiyoshi vs Kita (Umeda) Sumiyoshi vs Nishinari

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sumiyoshi expensive in Osaka?

Sumiyoshi is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Osaka. It costs about -12% less than the city average, ranking #11 out of 20 neighborhoods.

How does Sumiyoshi compare to the Osaka average?

The cost of living in Sumiyoshi is below the Osaka average. With a multiplier of 0.88x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -12% 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.