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Cost of Living in Kurume
Monthly Total
$1,313
$22,978
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$144
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$39
Based on a typical lifestyle for international residents: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 3/31/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$144
$2,520
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$199
$3,483
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$132
$2,310
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$48
$840
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$420
$7,350
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$211
$3,693
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$120
$2,100
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$40
$700
Monthly Total
$1,313
$22,978
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