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Cost of Living in Niigata
Monthly Total
$1,220
$21,350
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$0
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$41
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
$0
$0
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$168
$2,940
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$114
$1,995
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$60
$1,050
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$540
$9,450
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$200
$3,500
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$100
$1,750
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$38
$665
Monthly Total
$1,220
$21,350
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