Kobe, Japan
Salary Benchmarks · Kobe
Gross and net pay for tech and non-tech roles in Kobe, Japan. Monthly figures in JPY (¥).
Derived from the city median gross salary until a role-specific benchmark is approved.
The median tech salary in Kobe is about ¥402,500/month gross (estimated from city median gross salary); most roles fall between ¥301,875 and ¥523,250. After tax that leaves roughly ¥314,017/month net (22.0% effective rate) in Japan.
Tech Median Salary
¥402,500
gross per month
¥314,017 net(22.0% tax)
Non-Tech Median Salary
¥297,500
gross per month
¥235,973 net(20.7% tax)
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Tech Gross | Tech Net | Non-Tech Gross | Non-Tech Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile | ¥301,875 | ¥239,319(20.7%) | ¥223,125 | ¥178,744(19.9%) |
| Median (50th) | ¥402,500 | ¥314,017(22.0%) | ¥297,500 | ¥235,973(20.7%) |
| 75th percentile | ¥523,250 | ¥401,089(23.3%) | ¥386,750 | ¥302,648(21.7%) |
Net numbers account for income tax and social contributions. Calculated for a single filer with standard deductions.
What we're assuming for Japan
- -NTA 7-bracket income tax (5-45%)
- -Reconstruction surtax: 2.1% of income tax
- -Residence tax: 10% (Year 2+ only)
- -Health insurance varies by prefecture (9.9-10.3%)
- -Pension: 9.15% (capped at Grade 32)
- -Employment income deduction applied
- -Year 1 shows higher net (no residence tax)
- -Single person, no dependents
- -Standard deductions only
- -Does not include employer contributions
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Questions people actually ask
What is the average tech salary in Kobe?
The median (50th percentile) tech salary in Kobe is ¥402,500 gross per month (estimated from city median gross salary). The 25th percentile is ¥301,875 and the 75th percentile is ¥523,250.
How much tax do I pay in Japan?
On a median tech salary of ¥402,500/month in Kobe (estimated from city median gross salary), the effective tax rate is approximately 22.0%, leaving ¥314,017 net per month. Rates vary based on income level and personal circumstances.
What is the non-tech salary in Kobe?
Non-tech median salary in Kobe is ¥297,500 gross per month (estimated from city median gross salary). After tax, that is approximately ¥235,973 net per month.
Can I afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Kobe on a tech salary?
1-bedroom rents in Kobe range from ¥100,000 to ¥210,000. On a median tech net salary of ¥314,017 (estimated from city median gross salary), most neighborhoods would require more than 35% of net income for rent.
How does Kobe compare to other cities in Japan?
Kobe has a median tech salary of ¥402,500 (estimated from city median gross salary). Explore our comparison tool to see how it stacks up against other cities in Japan for rent, expenses, and take-home pay.