Gross and net pay for tech and non-tech roles in Kobe, Japan. Monthly figures in JPY (¥).
Tech Median Salary
¥402,500
gross per month
¥314,017 net(2200.0% tax)
Non-Tech Median Salary
¥297,500
gross per month
¥235,973 net(2070.0% tax)
| Percentile | Tech Gross | Tech Net | Non-Tech Gross | Non-Tech Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25th percentile | ¥301,875 | ¥239,319(2070%) | ¥223,125 | ¥178,744(1990%) |
| Median (50th) | ¥402,500 | ¥314,017(2200%) | ¥297,500 | ¥235,973(2070%) |
| 75th percentile | ¥523,250 | ¥401,089(2330%) | ¥386,750 | ¥302,648(2170%) |
Net numbers account for income tax and social contributions. Calculated for a single filer with standard deductions.
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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.
On a median tech salary of ¥402,500/month in Kobe (estimated from city median gross salary), the effective tax rate is approximately 2200.0%, leaving ¥314,017 net per month. Rates vary based on income level and personal circumstances.
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.
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.
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.