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Sō vs Ōsaka

Japan vs Japan · 537 km apart

Sō

Japan

¥131,171 ($846)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Ōsaka

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

Expense	Sō	Ōsaka	Cheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant	$8.09	$11.14	Sō
Three-course meal for two, mid-range	$32.36	$44.54	Sō
Cappuccino	$2.43	$3.34	Sō
Monthly groceries (single person)	$183	$252	Sō
Monthly public transport pass	$29.67	$40.83	Sō
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment	$78.21	$108	Sō
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)	$22.65	$31.18	Sō
Fitness club membership	$22.65	$31.18	Sō
Cinema ticket	$5.93	$8.17	Sō
One-bedroom apartment in city centre	$441	$658	Sō
One-bedroom apartment outside centre	$307	$457	Sō
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre	$921	$1,372	Sō
Total single-person budget	$846	$1,200	Sō
Average net salary	$2,325	$3,200

Verdict

Sō is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Sō runs about $846 versus $1,200 in Ōsaka — a difference of roughly 42%.

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 Sō · Full cost of living in Ōsaka

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sō cheaper than Ōsaka?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $846 per month in Sō versus $1,200 in Ōsaka — about 42% less.

How far is Sō from Ōsaka?

The straight-line distance between Sō and Ōsaka is approximately 537 km (334 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Sō or Ōsaka?

The estimated average net salary is $2,325 in Sō and $3,200 in Ōsaka. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,479 in Sō versus $2,000 in Ōsaka per month.