Verdict: Fukuoka is 11% cheaper — saving you $157/month ($1,884/year)
Fukuoka ($1,280/mo)
Nagoya ($1,437/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$650
$750
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$420
$480
Cheap Meal
$6
$7
Mid-Range Meal
$18
$19
Transit Pass
$55
$60
Utilities
$110
$120
Internet
$35
$37
Groceries
$250
$260
CategoryFukuokaNagoyaDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$650$750$-100
1BR Apartment (Outside)$420$480$-60
Cheap Meal$6$7$-1
Mid-Range Meal$18$19$-1
Transit Pass$55$60$-5
Utilities$110$120$-10
Internet$35$37$-2
Groceries$250$260$-10
Total Estimated$1,280$1,437$157 (11%)

Safety Index

Fukuoka: 90/100

Nagoya: 89/100

Average Monthly Salary

Fukuoka: $2,400

Nagoya: $2,900

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fukuoka cheaper than Nagoya?

Fukuoka is approximately 11% cheaper.Fukuoka costs around $1,280/month vs Nagoya at $1,437/month. That is a saving of $157/month ($1,884/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Fukuoka or Nagoya?

Fukuoka has cheaper rent.Fukuoka charges $650/month for a city-center 1BR, while Nagoya is $750/month.

Which city is safer — Fukuoka or Nagoya?

Fukuoka is safer, with a safety index of 90/100 vs 89/100.