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Shimotsuke vs Fukuoka

Japan vs Japan · 915 km apart

Shimotsuke

Japan

¥141,980 ($916)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Fukuoka

Japan

¥163,834 ($1,057)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shimotsuke cheaper than Fukuoka?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $916 per month in Shimotsuke versus $1,057 in Fukuoka — about 15% less.
How far is Shimotsuke from Fukuoka?
The straight-line distance between Shimotsuke and Fukuoka is approximately 915 km (569 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Shimotsuke or Fukuoka?
The estimated average net salary is $2,500 in Shimotsuke and $2,850 in Fukuoka. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,584 in Shimotsuke versus $1,793 in Fukuoka per month.