Home › Compare

Ōbu vs Fukuoka

Japan vs Japan · 623 km apart

Ōbu

Japan

¥141,980 ($916)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Fukuoka

Japan

¥163,834 ($1,057)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Ōbu	Fukuoka	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$8.70	$9.92	Ōbu
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$34.80	$39.67	Ōbu
Cappuccino	$2.61	$2.98	Ōbu
Monthly groceries (single person)	$197	$225	Ōbu
Monthly public transport pass	$31.90	$36.37	Ōbu
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$84.10	$95.87	Ōbu
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$24.36	$27.77	Ōbu
Fitness club membership	$24.36	$27.77	Ōbu
Cinema ticket	$6.38	$7.27	Ōbu
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$483	$569	Ōbu
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$336	$396	Ōbu
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$1,008	$1,187	Ōbu
Total single-person budget	$916	$1,057	Ōbu
Average net salary	$2,500	$2,850

Verdict

Ōbu is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Ōbu runs about $916 versus $1,057 in Fukuoka — a difference of roughly 15%.

Salary-adjusted, Fukuoka 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 Ōbu · Full cost of living in Fukuoka

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ōbu cheaper than Fukuoka?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $916 per month in Ōbu versus $1,057 in Fukuoka — about 15% less.

How far is Ōbu from Fukuoka?

The straight-line distance between Ōbu and Fukuoka is approximately 623 km (387 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Ōbu or Fukuoka?

The estimated average net salary is $2,500 in Ōbu and $2,850 in Fukuoka. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,584 in Ōbu versus $1,793 in Fukuoka per month.