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Otaru vs Fukuoka

Japan vs Japan · 1,409 km apart

Otaru

Japan

¥141,980 ($916)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Fukuoka

Japan

¥163,834 ($1,057)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

Otaru is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Otaru 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 Otaru  ·  Full cost of living in Fukuoka

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Otaru cheaper than Fukuoka?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $916 per month in Otaru versus $1,057 in Fukuoka — about 15% less.
How far is Otaru from Fukuoka?
The straight-line distance between Otaru and Fukuoka is approximately 1,409 km (876 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Otaru or Fukuoka?
The estimated average net salary is $2,500 in Otaru and $2,850 in Fukuoka. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,584 in Otaru versus $1,793 in Fukuoka per month.