🇯🇵 Cost of living · Japan
Saitama Cost of Living
Monthly cost of living breakdown for Saitama, Japan
Cost Level: Medium
Housing
1BR Apartment — City Center ¥60,000–100,000/mo (center); ¥48,000–78,000/mo (suburbs)
USD Reference Approx. USD 370–620/mo (1BR centre) · at 2026-07-21 FX rates
Food & Dining
Budget Restaurant / Local Eatery ¥700–1,400 (restaurant); ¥300–600 (convenience store)
Monthly Groceries ¥28,000–45,000/mo (supermarket basics)
Transport
Monthly Transport Cost Monthly pass ¥9,000–16,000 (depends on commute)
Many JR lines + Tobu + Saitama Railway; Suica/Pasmo work everywhere. Omiya Station is a Shinkansen hub; ~25 min to Tokyo. Haneda/Narita airports reachable.
Monthly Budget Summary
Budget Lifestyle (single)
USD 1,200–2,000
Comfortable Lifestyle (single)
USD 2,000–3,500
Family Budget (2–3 people)
USD 4,000–6,500
Important Note
Data above is approximate and indicative. Actual costs vary by location, personal lifestyle, and exchange rate fluctuations. Verify with local sources after arrival.
Source: RichBay editorial estimate (indicative, not guaranteed)
Estimate baseline: 2026-06-19
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