Is Machida Expensive?

Tokyo, Japan

-22% vs Tokyo avg

Living in Machida, Tokyo

Machida is one of the most affordable neighborhoods in Tokyo, with a cost of living index of 60.3 — that is -22% compared to the Tokyo average. Ranked #28 of 30, it offers some of the lowest costs in the city. Estimated rent for a one-bedroom apartment here is around ¥181,244/month, compared to a range of ¥167,302 in Katsushika to ¥313,692 in Chiyoda (Marunouchi).

Monthly Budget Breakdown

For a typical resident of Machida, housing takes up roughly 29% 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 ¥7,249,771 before tax.

Typical Salaries in Machida

Salaries in Machida reflect the local cost of living. Based on the neighborhood COLI of 60.3:

After tax and deductions of 28.7% in Japan, take-home pay for someone earning ¥7,249,771 would be roughly ¥5,169,087/year. Use the salary converter to calculate an exact figure for your situation, including expat-specific tax adjustments.

Key Stats

60.3
COLI Index
0.78x
vs City Avg
¥181,244
Est. 1BR Rent
#28
of 30 Areas
28.7%
Total Deductions

Tax & Deductions in Machida

Estimated annual deductions on a ¥7,005,788 salary in Machida, Tokyo (local employee).

Income Tax
14%
Health + Pension + Employment
14.8%
Total Deductions: 28.7%
Est. Take-Home: ¥4,997,103/yr

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

Salary Equivalents

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

City Currency Equivalent
New York USD $45,225
London GBP £38,920
Dubai AED AED 226,296

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 Machida expensive in Tokyo?

Machida is one of the more affordable neighborhoods in Tokyo. It costs about -22% less than the city average, ranking #28 out of 30 neighborhoods.

How does Machida compare to the Tokyo average?

The cost of living in Machida is well below the Tokyo average. With a multiplier of 0.78x, everyday expenses including rent, food, and transportation are -22% 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.