Nurse Salary in Tokyo (2026)

Nurses in Tokyo earn ¥6,945,219/year (≈$44,834 USD), adjusted for local cost of living. Ranked #16 of 113 cities for this role.

Local Salary
¥6,945,219
per year
USD Equivalent
$44,834
per year
Take-Home
71%
$2,668/mo net

Salary Range in Tokyo

Typical nurse salary range in Tokyo, adjusted for local cost of living (COLI: 77.3):

Entry Level
¥3,592,355
Mid-Career
¥6,945,219
Senior
¥11,974,515

Top Cities for Nurse Salary

Highest-paying cities for this role after cost-of-living adjustment:

City Local Salary USD Equiv. Take-Home
ZurichCHF 57,521$70,99263%
GenevaCHF 55,735$68,78860%
New York$58,000$58,00069%
San Francisco$56,608$56,60870%
SingaporeS$66,264$50,86676%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a nurse earn in Tokyo?

A nurse in Tokyo earns approximately ¥6,945,219/year (≈$44,834 USD equivalent), based on the Tokyo cost of living index of 77.3. Entry-level roles start around ¥3,592,355 and senior positions can reach ¥11,974,515.

What is the take-home pay for a nurse in Tokyo?

After income tax and social contributions in Japan, a nurse in Tokyo takes home approximately 71% of their gross salary, or around $2,668/month ($32,011/year in USD equivalent).

How does Tokyo rank for nurse salaries globally?

Tokyo ranks #16 out of 113 cities for nurse salaries after cost-of-living adjustment. The top city globally for this role is Zurich.