Données Clés sur le Coût de la Vie
| Catégorie | Indice | USD est. | Niveau |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coût de la Vie | 47.5 | 52% cheaper than NYC | Modéré |
| Rent (1-bed city) | 14.7 | $470/mo/mo est. | Cheap |
| Groceries | 32.8 | $140/mo/mo est. | Cheap |
| Restaurants | 56.8 | $11/meal est. | Modéré |
| Local Pouvoir d'Achat | 30.3 | ×2.11 expat stretch | |
| GNI per Capita | $55.5k | Banque Mondiale PPP | |
| Inflation Rate | 2.74% | Annuel 2026 |
Logement & Loyer
Rent in Japan is well below the NYC baseline (Rent Index 14.7). A 1-bedroom apartment in a major city centre costs around $470/month, dropping to $310/month outside the centre. Three-bedroom apartments typically run $810+/month centrally.
| Type | USD / mois | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bed, city centre | $470/mo | Moy. capitale |
| 1-bed, suburbs | $310/mo | Hors centre |
| 3-bed, city centre | $810/mo | Famille / colocation |
| Utilities (85m²) | $70/mo | Électricité, gaz, eau |
Alimentation & Restaurants
Food in Japan is reasonably priced. An inexpensive restaurant meal costs around $11/person; a mid-range dinner for two runs $90. Monthly grocery spending for one person averages $140.
| Article | Prix (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Meal, inexpensive restaurant | $11 | Par personne |
| Meal for 2, mid-range | $45 | 3 plats |
| Courses mensuelles (célibataire) | $140/mo | Estimated |
| Beer (0.5L, restaurant) | $1.19 | Marque locale |
| Coffee / espresso | $1.66 | Café local |
Transport
A monthly public transport pass in Japan costs roughly $65. Taxis and ride-hailing are affordable, making day-to-day mobility a minor budget item.
| Type | Prix (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly transit pass | $48/mo | Transport en commun |
| Taxi per km | $0.95/km | Tarif moyen |
| Petrol (1L) | $0.76/L | Carburant ordinaire |
| Internet speed | 97.0 Mbps | Good |
Santé & Qualité de Vie
Analyse Clé
Japan's CoL Index of 47.5 paired with a Local Pouvoir d'Achat Index of 30.3 signals limited purchasing power for local earners. Expats on foreign incomes benefit significantly here. Current inflation is moderate at 2.7%, keeping costs relatively stable.
Notre Verdict for Japan
Japan offers strong value for money at CoL 47.5 — significantly below NYC and most Western cities. Digital nomads and expats from high-cost countries benefit most from this gap.
Idéal pour
- Digital nomads & remote workers on foreign income
- Budget-conscious expats maximising lifestyle quality
Moins adapté pour
- Those requiring Western-standard amenities everywhere
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