Software Engineer Salary in Osaka (2026)

Software Engineers in Osaka earn ¥8,269,077/year (≈$53,380 USD), adjusted for local cost of living. Ranked #38 of 113 cities for this role.

Local Salary
¥8,269,077
per year
USD Equivalent
$53,380
per year
Take-Home
70%
$3,109/mo net

Salary Range in Osaka

Typical software engineer salary range in Osaka, adjusted for local cost of living (COLI: 62.8):

Entry Level
¥4,377,746
Mid-Career
¥8,269,077
Senior
¥17,510,986

Top Cities for Software Engineer Salary

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

City Local Salary USD Equiv. Take-Home
ZurichCHF 84,297$104,04061%
GenevaCHF 81,680$100,81057%
New York$85,000$85,00066%
San Francisco$82,960$82,96067%
SingaporeS$97,111$74,54574%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a software engineer earn in Osaka?

A software engineer in Osaka earns approximately ¥8,269,077/year (≈$53,380 USD equivalent), based on the Osaka cost of living index of 62.8. Entry-level roles start around ¥4,377,746 and senior positions can reach ¥17,510,986.

What is the take-home pay for a software engineer in Osaka?

After income tax and social contributions in Japan, a software engineer in Osaka takes home approximately 70% of their gross salary, or around $3,109/month ($37,313/year in USD equivalent).

How does Osaka rank for software engineer salaries globally?

Osaka ranks #38 out of 113 cities for software engineer salaries after cost-of-living adjustment. The top city globally for this role is Zurich.