Osaka

Japan

2,753,862 people4m elevationAsia/Tokyo32

Overview

Monthly Cost

$1,531

1 person, with rent

Safety

out of 100

Pollution

lower is better

Osaka is 20-30% cheaper than Tokyo with comparable amenities. Known as Japan's street food capital.

The friendlier local culture and excellent food scene make Osaka popular with budget-conscious expats. Easy access to Kyoto, Nara, and Kobe.

Cost of Living

Monthly costs in Osaka in USD. Editorial estimates combined with Numbeo data.

Numbeo Estimated Monthly Cost (1 person, with rent)

$1,531

Food: $89

Housing (monthly rent)

Studio

Budget$550

Mid-range$750

Upscale$1,100

1 Bedroom

Budget$700

Mid-range$950

Upscale$1,400

2 Bedroom

Budget$1,000

Mid-range$1,400

Upscale$2,200

Food

Monthly Groceries

Budget$250

Mid-range$400

Premium$650

Dining (per meal)

Street food$6

Casual restaurant$10

Nice restaurant$30

Upscale$80

Transportation

Public transit (monthly)$80

Uber/taxi (avg ride)$12

Fuel (monthly)$130

Parking (monthly)$250

Utilities

Electric (low)$50

Electric (average)$85

Electric (high)$150

Water$25

Gas$35

Internet$45

Lifestyle

Gym membership$60

Cleaning (weekly)$80

Coworking space$180

Healthcare

Doctor visit$25

Basic insurance (monthly)$140

Comprehensive insurance$380

Other

Phone plan$35

Subscriptions$45

Quality of Life

Numbeo indices for Osaka. Higher is better unless noted otherwise.

Safety67/100

Cost of Living43/100

Lower = more affordable (NYC = 100)

Pollution47/100

Lower = cleaner

Crime33/100

Lower = less crime

Rent17/100

Lower = cheaper rent (NYC = 100)

Based on 67 Numbeo contributors.

Prices

55 item prices in Osaka from Numbeo (USD).

Item	Average	Range
Meal at an Inexpensive Restaurant, Restaurants	6.26	5.63 – 9.39
Meal for Two at a Mid-Range Restaurant (Three Courses, Without Drinks), Restaurants	31.30	18.78 – 75.11
Combo Meal at McDonald's (or Equivalent Fast-Food Meal), Restaurants	4.38	4.07 – 5.01
Domestic Draft Beer (0.5 Liter), Restaurants	2.50	1.82 – 3.76
Imported Beer (0.33 Liter Bottle), Restaurants	3.76	2.50 – 5.01
Soft Drink (Coca-Cola or Pepsi, 0.33 Liter Bottle), Restaurants	1.23	0.94 – 2.50
Bottled Water (0.33 Liter), Restaurants	0.72	0.63 – 1.06
Milk (Regular, 1 Liter), Markets	1.42	1.10 – 1.75
Fresh White Bread (500 g Loaf), Markets	1.32	0.63 – 4.69
Eggs (12, Large Size), Markets	2.11	1.73 – 2.40
Local Cheese (1 kg), Markets	9.52	6.26 – 15.02
Bottled Water (1.5 Liter), Markets	0.80	0.59 – 1.25
Bottle of Wine (Mid-Range), Markets	9.39	4.32 – 25.04
Domestic Beer (0.5 Liter Bottle), Markets	1.89	1.25 – 3.13
Imported Beer (0.33 Liter Bottle), Markets	2.66	1.25 – 3.76
Cigarettes (Pack of 20, Marlboro), Markets	3.88	3.44 – 3.88
One-Way Ticket (Local Transport), Transportation	1.50	1.31 – 2.13
Chicken Fillets (1 kg), Markets	6.47	3.13 – 8.14
Monthly Public Transport Pass (Regular Price), Transportation	32.24	31.30 – 56.33
Gasoline (1 Liter), Transportation	1.09	1.06 – 1.10
Volkswagen Golf 1.5 (or Equivalent New Compact Car), Transportation	21494.66	21494.66 – 21494.66
1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre, Rent Per Month	755.82	625.94 – 1064.09
1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre, Rent Per Month	547.25	469.45 – 625.94
3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre, Rent Per Month	1701.16	1126.69 – 2028.03
3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre, Rent Per Month	816.21	625.94 – 1095.39
Basic Utilities for 85 m2 Apartment (Electricity, Heating, Cooling, Water, Garbage), Utilities (Monthly)	129.27	93.89 – 152.01
Broadband Internet (Unlimited Data, 60 Mbps or Higher), Utilities (Monthly)	31.77	23.79 – 62.59
Mobile Phone Plan (Monthly, with Calls and 10GB+ Data), Utilities (Monthly)	23.99	12.52 – 37.56
Monthly Fitness Club Membership, Sports And Leisure	55.81	31.30 – 62.59
Tennis Court Rental (1 Hour, Weekend), Sports And Leisure	18.26	15.65 – 18.78
Cinema Ticket (International Release), Sports And Leisure	12.52	11.27 – 18.78
Jeans (Levi's 501 or Similar), Clothing And Shoes	41.27	15.65 – 125.19
Summer Dress in a Chain Store (e.g. Zara or H&M), Clothing And Shoes	26.60	12.52 – 52.53
Nike Running Shoes (Mid-Range), Clothing And Shoes	67.57	55.08 – 125.19
Men's Leather Business Shoes, Clothing And Shoes	88.62	75.11 – 125.19
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre, Buy Apartment Price	6048.63	5007.49 – 9576.83
Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre, Buy Apartment Price	2062.46	1915.37 – 2691.53
Average Monthly Net Salary (After Tax), Salaries And Financing	1994.14	—
Annual Mortgage Interest Rate (20-Year Fixed, in %), Salaries And Financing	2.05	1.35 – 2.45
Taxi Start (Standard Tariff), Transportation	4.07	3.76 – 4.38
Taxi 1 km (Standard Tariff), Transportation	1.88	1.44 – 3.13
Taxi 1 Hour Waiting (Standard Tariff), Transportation	21.28	21.28 – 37.56
Apples (1 kg), Markets	3.24	1.56 – 4.38
Oranges (1 kg), Markets	2.30	0.94 – 3.13
Potatoes (1 kg), Markets	1.52	1.13 – 1.75
Lettuce (1 Head), Markets	1.22	0.63 – 1.56
Cappuccino (Regular Size), Restaurants	2.96	1.88 – 4.38
White Rice (1 kg), Markets	5.63	2.69 – 6.89
Tomatoes (1 kg), Markets	3.99	1.56 – 6.57
Bananas (1 kg), Markets	1.94	1.25 – 3.13
Onions (1 kg), Markets	1.14	0.94 – 1.25
Beef Round or Equivalent Back Leg Red Meat (1 kg), Markets	18.03	11.27 – 43.82
Toyota Corolla Sedan 1.6 (or Equivalent New Mid-Size Car), Transportation	14877.26	14266.34 – 15335.44
Private Full-Day Preschool or Kindergarten, Monthly Fee per Child, Childcare	510.85	156.48 – 1031.54
International Primary School, Annual Tuition per Child, Childcare	12936.02	10640.92 – 15648.41

Safety & Crime

Crime and safety indices for Osaka. Safety scores are out of 100 (higher = safer).

Overall

Safety Index67

Crime Index33

Safe Walking (Day)1

Safe Walking (Night)0

Crime Increasing0

Concern Levels

Home Break-in-1

Mugging / Robbery-1

Car Theft-1

Physical Attack-1

Verbal Harassment0

Drug Problems-1

Property Crime-1

Corruption-1

Based on 113 Numbeo contributors.

Healthcare

Healthcare quality indices for Osaka. Scores out of 100 (higher = better).

Quality Ratings

Overall Healthcare Index82

Skill & Competency1

Speed2

Modern Equipment2

Accuracy1

Friendliness1

Responsiveness1

Cost & Insurance

Cost Satisfaction1

Insurance Coverage

None

Public

48%

Private

15%

Employer Sponsored

30%

Based on 27 Numbeo contributors.

Environment

Environmental quality for Osaka. Quality scores are out of 100 (higher = better). Pollution scores: lower = cleaner.

Quality Scores

Air Quality0

Drinking Water1

Green Spaces & Parks0

Cleanliness1

Comfort to Spend Time0

Garbage Disposal1

Pollution Levels

Pollution Index47

Water Pollution0

Noise & Light Pollution0

PM2.517.0 µg/m³

PM1032.0 µg/m³

Based on 47 Numbeo contributors.

Transport & Traffic

Traffic and commute data for Osaka.

Traffic Indices

Traffic Index128

Time Index35

Inefficiency Index213

CO₂ Emission Index3184

Commute

Average Commute

35 min

Transport Modes

Car

21%

Bicycle

21%

Train/Metro

21%

Walking

14%

Working from Home

14%

Tram/Streetcar

Motorcycle

Bus/Trolleybus

Based on 14 Numbeo contributors.

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