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Matsubara vs Nagoya

Japan vs Japan · 141 km apart

Matsubara

Japan

¥141,980 ($916)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Nagoya

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseMatsubaraNagoyaCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$8.70$11.14Matsubara
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$34.80$44.54Matsubara
Cappuccino$2.61$3.34Matsubara
Monthly groceries (single person)$197$252Matsubara
Monthly public transport pass$31.90$40.83Matsubara
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$84.10$108Matsubara
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$24.36$31.18Matsubara
Fitness club membership$24.36$31.18Matsubara
Cinema ticket$6.38$8.17Matsubara
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$483$658Matsubara
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$336$457Matsubara
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,008$1,372Matsubara
Total single-person budget$916$1,200Matsubara
Average net salary$2,500$3,200

Verdict

Matsubara is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Matsubara runs about $916 versus $1,200 in Nagoya — a difference of roughly 31%.

Salary-adjusted, Nagoya 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 Matsubara  ·  Full cost of living in Nagoya

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Matsubara cheaper than Nagoya?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $916 per month in Matsubara versus $1,200 in Nagoya — about 31% less.
How far is Matsubara from Nagoya?
The straight-line distance between Matsubara and Nagoya is approximately 141 km (87 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Matsubara or Nagoya?
The estimated average net salary is $2,500 in Matsubara and $3,200 in Nagoya. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,584 in Matsubara versus $2,000 in Nagoya per month.