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Yamagata vs Nagoya

Japan vs Japan · 459 km apart

Yamagata

Japan

¥141,980 ($916)

single / month

Cheaper overall

Nagoya

Japan

¥185,978 ($1,200)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

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

Verdict

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yamagata cheaper than Nagoya?

Yes. A single person spends an estimated $916 per month in Yamagata versus $1,200 in Nagoya — about 31% less.

How far is Yamagata from Nagoya?

The straight-line distance between Yamagata and Nagoya is approximately 459 km (285 miles).

Which city has better salaries, Yamagata or Nagoya?

The estimated average net salary is $2,500 in Yamagata and $3,200 in Nagoya. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $1,584 in Yamagata versus $2,000 in Nagoya per month.