Is Tennoji Expensive?

Osaka, Japan

+8% vs Osaka avg

Living in Tennoji, Osaka

Tennoji is one of the pricier neighborhoods in Osaka, with a cost of living index of 67.8 — that is +8% compared to the Osaka average. It ranks #5 out of 20 areas by cost. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥167,302/month, compared to a range of ¥105,339 in Nishinari to ¥188,990 in Kita (Umeda).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Tennoji, housing takes up roughly 32% 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 ¥6,692,096 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Tennoji

Salaries in Tennoji reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 67.8:

After tax and deductions of 29.7% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥6,692,096 would be roughly ¥4,704,544/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

67.8
COLI Index
1.08x
vs City Avg
¥167,302
Est. 1BR Rent
#5
of 20 Areas
29.7%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Tennoji

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥7,877,155 salary in Tennoji, Osaka (local employee).

Income Tax
15%
Health + Pension + Employment
14.8%
Total Deductions: 29.7%
Est. Take-Home: ¥5,539,529/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $50,850
London GBP £43,761
Dubai AED AED 254,443

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%
Nishi 65.9 1.05x +5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tennoji expensive in Osaka?

Tennoji is near the city average for Osaka. Costs are about +8% vs the average, making it a mid-range neighborhood.

How does Tennoji compare to the Osaka average?

The cost of living in Tennoji is above the Osaka average. With a multiplier of 1.08x, 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.