Fukuoka, Japan

Cost of Living in Fukuoka, Japan

Quick answer: As of 2026, living in Fukuoka costs approximately $1,180 per month for one person, with city-centre one-bedroom rent averaging $495. Actual costs vary with lifestyle, neighborhood, and exchange rates.

Fukuoka is a city in Japan, where a single person can expect to spend about $1,180 per month including rent, food, and local transport. A one-bedroom apartment in the city centre averages $495 per month, or $336 outside the centre. Internet is fast at around 230 Mbps median download speed, and Japan offers a digital nomad visa. On safety, Fukuoka scores 85/100 — very safe for residents and visitors. Expect summer highs near 87°F and winter highs around 48°F, with roughly 293 sunny days a year.

Digital nomad visaFamily friendlyMajor airport hub
Monthly Cost$1,180≈ $39/day
1BR Rent (Centre)$495
Internet230 Mbps
Safety85/100
Avg Temp68°F

Fukuoka Cost of Living Breakdown

🍽️ Dining

Inexpensive Restaurant$8.06
Mid-Range Restaurant (2 People)$51.58
McDonald's Combo Meal$5.48
Cappuccino$3.47
Domestic Beer (Restaurant)$2.71
Bottled Water (Restaurant)$0.70

🛒 Groceries

Milk (1 Liter)$1.61
Bread (1 lb Loaf)$1.60
Eggs (12)$2.30
Chicken Fillets (1 lb)$2.52
Apples (1 lb)$1.68
Bananas (1 lb)$0.66
Tomatoes (1 lb)$1.54
Potatoes (1 lb)$1.10
Water (1.5L Bottle)$0.86
Wine (Mid-Range Bottle)$6.45
Cigarettes (Marlboro)$4

🚌 Transportation

One-Way Ticket$1.81
Monthly Transit Pass$39.24
Taxi Start$4.32
Taxi (1 Mile)$3.37
Gasoline (1 Liter)$1.13
VW Golf (New)$22,141.98

⚡ Utilities & Tech

Basic Utilities (Monthly)$201.73
Mobile Phone Plan$25.28
Broadband Internet$33.24

🎬 Lifestyle

Gym Membership (Monthly)$54.81
Cinema Ticket$12.90
Preschool (Monthly)$128.96
Intl. Primary School (Annual)$12,415.37

👔 Clothing

Jeans (Levi's 501)$51.58
Nike Running Shoes$67.70

🏠 Housing

Rent 1BR (City Centre)$495.05
Rent 1BR (Outside Centre)$335.93
Rent 3BR (City Centre)$1,074.64
Rent 3BR (Outside Centre)$687.77
Buy Price/sqft (Centre)$607.33
Buy Price/sqft (Outside)$256.78

📊 Summary

Avg Monthly Net Salary$1,608.03
Mortgage Interest Rate1.86%

Cost data sourced from Numbeo.

Lifestyle & Quality of Life in Fukuoka

Internet230 Mbps
Safety85/100
Healthcare79/100
Public Transit78/100
Walkability75/100
Nightlife55/100
Food Scene95/100
Fine Dining60/100
Coffee Culture55/100
Air Quality78/100
Green Spaces45/100
Culture78/100
Beaches40/100
Hiking55/100
Surfing10/100
Coworking Spaces30
US Visa-Free90 days

Fukuoka FAQ

How much does it cost to live in Fukuoka?

A single person should budget around $1,180 per month in Fukuoka, covering rent, groceries, transport, and basic lifestyle costs.

How much is rent in Fukuoka?

A one-bedroom apartment in central Fukuoka averages $495 per month, dropping to about $336 outside the centre. A three-bedroom in the centre runs about $1,075.

Is Fukuoka safe?

Fukuoka scores 85/100 on safety, which is very safe. Tourist safety is rated 90/100.

How fast is the internet in Fukuoka?

Median download speeds in Fukuoka are around 230 Mbps — fast for remote work and video calls. There are roughly 30 coworking spaces in the city.

Does Japan offer a digital nomad visa?

Yes — Japan offers a digital nomad visa. US passport holders can typically stay 90 days visa-free before applying.

What is the weather like in Fukuoka?

Fukuoka sees summer highs around 87°F and winter highs near 48°F, with about 293 sunny days and 154 rainy days per year.

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