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Amagasaki vs Ōsaka

Japan vs Japan · 10 km apart

Amagasaki

Japan

¥151,309 ($976)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Ōsaka

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Amagasaki	Ōsaka	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$9.22	$11.14	Amagasaki
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$36.89	$44.54	Amagasaki
Cappuccino	$2.77	$3.34	Amagasaki
Monthly groceries (single person)	$209	$252	Amagasaki
Monthly public transport pass	$33.81	$40.83	Amagasaki
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$89.15	$108	Amagasaki
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$25.82	$31.18	Amagasaki
Fitness club membership	$25.82	$31.18	Amagasaki
Cinema ticket	$6.76	$8.17	Amagasaki
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$519	$658	Amagasaki
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$361	$457	Amagasaki
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,084	$1,372	Amagasaki
Total single-person budget	$976	$1,200	Amagasaki
Average net salary	$2,650	$3,200

Verdict

Amagasaki is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Amagasaki runs about $976 versus $1,200 in Ōsaka — a difference of roughly 23%.

Salary-adjusted, Ōsaka leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Amagasaki · Full cost of living in Ōsaka

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amagasaki cheaper than Ōsaka?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $976 per month in Amagasaki versus $1,200 in Ōsaka — about 23% less.

How far is Amagasaki from Ōsaka?

The straight-line distance between Amagasaki and Ōsaka is approximately 10 km (6 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Amagasaki or Ōsaka?

The estimated average net salary is $2,650 in Amagasaki and $3,200 in Ōsaka. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,674 in Amagasaki versus $2,000 in Ōsaka per month.