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Cost of Living in Yawatahama-shi

Yawatahama-shi, Ehime, Japan · Population 31,385

▼ -16% vs Japan average

Single person, monthly (incl. rent)¥126,564 ($817)
Couple, monthly¥228,803 ($1,476)
Family of four, monthly¥299,913 ($1,935)

Estimated Prices in Yawatahama-shi

ExpenseEstimated costBasis
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant¥1,214 ($7.83)per meal
Three-course meal for two, mid-range¥4,855 ($31.32)per meal
Cappuccino¥364 ($2.35)each
Monthly groceries (single person)¥27,509 ($177)per month
Monthly public transport pass¥4,450 ($28.71)per month
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment¥11,732 ($75.69)per month
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)¥3,398 ($21.92)per month
Fitness club membership¥3,398 ($21.92)per month
Cinema ticket¥890 ($5.74)each
One-bedroom apartment in city centre¥65,627 ($423)per month
One-bedroom apartment outside centre¥45,654 ($295)per month
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre¥136,961 ($884)per month

Salary & Budget Planning

The estimated average net salary in Yawatahama-shi is ¥348,750 ($2,250) per month. To live comfortably — covering the full single-person budget of ¥126,564 ($817) with about 30% left over for savings — you would need a net income of roughly ¥164,533 ($1,062) per month.

Housing takes the largest share: rent for a one-bedroom outside the centre (¥45,654 ($295)) represents about 36% of the total single-person budget.

Compare Yawatahama-shi

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Nearby Cities

Ōzu

12 km away · Ehime

Seiyo

14 km away · Ehime

Uchiko

23 km away · Ehime

Uwajima

30 km away · Ehime

Iyo

42 km away · Ehime

Masaki

45 km away · Ehime

Tobe

47 km away · Ehime

Matsuyama

52 km away · Ehime

Other Major Cities in Japan

Tokyo

Tōkyō · pop. 37,785,000

¥189,164 ($1,220) / mo

Ōsaka

Ōsaka · pop. 15,126,000

¥185,978 ($1,200) / mo

Nagoya

Aichi · pop. 9,197,000

¥185,978 ($1,200) / mo

Yokohama

Kanagawa · pop. 3,757,630

¥163,834 ($1,057) / mo

Fukuoka

Fukuoka · pop. 2,286,000

¥163,834 ($1,057) / mo

Sapporo

Hokkaidō · pop. 1,959,313

¥163,834 ($1,057) / mo

Kawasaki

Kanagawa · pop. 1,538,262

¥163,834 ($1,057) / mo

Kōbe

Hyōgo · pop. 1,521,707

¥163,834 ($1,057) / mo

Living in Yawatahama-shi

Yawatahama-shi is one of the key cities in Japan. The estimated monthly cost of living for a single person is ¥126,564 ($817), placing it below the national average. Housing represents the largest expense, with a one-bedroom apartment outside the city centre costing around ¥45,654 ($295) per month.

For families, the estimated budget rises to ¥299,913 ($1,935) per month, driven mainly by larger housing needs and increased food and transport spending. Couples can expect to spend approximately ¥228,803 ($1,476) monthly.

The average estimated net salary in Yawatahama-shi is ¥348,750 ($2,250). To maintain a comfortable lifestyle with room for savings, a single person typically needs a net income of at least ¥164,533 ($1,062) per month.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yawatahama-shi expensive to live in?
A single person needs an estimated ¥126,564 ($817) per month in Yawatahama-shi including rent outside the city centre. That is 16% less than the national average for Japan.
What salary do you need to live comfortably in Yawatahama-shi?
A net salary of around ¥164,533 ($1,062) per month lets a single person cover all estimated expenses in Yawatahama-shi with roughly 30% left for savings. The estimated average net salary in Yawatahama-shi is ¥348,750 ($2,250).
How much is rent in Yawatahama-shi?
A one-bedroom apartment costs an estimated ¥65,627 ($423) per month in the city centre and ¥45,654 ($295) outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about ¥136,961 ($884).
Is Yawatahama-shi cheaper than Japan on average?
Yes — Yawatahama-shi is estimated to be about 16% cheaper than the Japan average, making it a relatively affordable option in the country.
What is the cost of groceries in Yawatahama-shi?
Monthly groceries for one person are estimated at ¥27,509 ($177) in Yawatahama-shi. A meal at an inexpensive restaurant costs about ¥1,214 ($8) and a cappuccino runs around ¥364 ($2).
How do transport costs in Yawatahama-shi compare?
A monthly public transport pass in Yawatahama-shi is estimated at ¥4,450 ($29). Transport makes up a small share of the total budget compared to housing and food.
Figures for Yawatahama-shi are estimates based on Japan national averages adjusted for city size (population 31,385). Last model update: July 2026. How we calculate.