Is Kichijoji (Musashino) Expensive?

Tokyo, Japan

-2% vs Tokyo avg

Living in Kichijoji (Musashino), Tokyo

Kichijoji (Musashino) is a moderately-priced area within Tokyo, with a cost of living index of 75.8 — that is -2% compared to the Tokyo average. It sits around the middle of the pack at #15 out of 30 neighborhoods. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥227,717/month, compared to a range of ¥167,302 in Katsushika to ¥313,692 in Chiyoda (Marunouchi).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Kichijoji (Musashino), housing takes up roughly 36% of monthly expenses. Food and groceries account for about 18%, while transportation costs around 9%. To live comfortably here — meaning rent stays at or below 30% of gross income — you would need an annual salary of approximately ¥9,108,687 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Kichijoji (Musashino)

Salaries in Kichijoji (Musashino) reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 75.8:

After tax and deductions of 30.5% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥9,108,687 would be roughly ¥6,330,537/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

75.8
COLI Index
0.98x
vs City Avg
¥227,717
Est. 1BR Rent
#15
of 30 Areas
30.5%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Kichijoji (Musashino)

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥8,806,613 salary in Kichijoji (Musashino), Tokyo (local employee).

Income Tax
16%
Health + Pension + Employment
14.8%
Total Deductions: 30.5%
Est. Take-Home: ¥6,118,117/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

What a $75,000 USD salary in Kichijoji (Musashino) would need to be elsewhere:

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $56,850
London GBP £48,924
Dubai AED AED 284,465

Other Neighborhoods in Tokyo

Neighborhood COLI Multiplier vs Avg
Chiyoda (Marunouchi) 104.4 1.35x +35%
Azabu 104.4 1.35x +35%
Minato (Roppongi) 100.5 1.30x +30%
Daikanyama 98.9 1.28x +28%
Shibuya 96.6 1.25x +25%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kichijoji (Musashino) expensive in Tokyo?

Kichijoji (Musashino) is near the city average for Tokyo. Costs are about -2% vs the average, making it a mid-range neighborhood.

How does Kichijoji (Musashino) compare to the Tokyo average?

The cost of living in Kichijoji (Musashino) is near the Tokyo average. With a multiplier of 0.98x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -2% 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.