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Osaka vs San Jose

Home Price & Cost of Living Comparison

Live DataLast updated: March 31, 2026ยทSource: OECD, Numbeo & National Statistics

๐Ÿ’ก Why it matters: Osaka vs San Jose

Osaka is 79% more affordable for homebuyers. Osaka has a price-to-income ratio of 7.5x compared to 11.5x in San Jose.

MetricOsakaSan Jose
Avg Home Price$280,000$1,350,000
Price / sqm$5,200$14,500
Rent (1BR)$800/mo$3,000/mo
Rent (3BR)$1,400/mo$4,500/mo
Price-to-Income7.5x11.5x
Mortgage Rate1.5%6.8%
1yr Change+4.2%-0.5%
Median Income$37,000/yr$117,000/yr
Population2,800,0001,000,000
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โœ“ OECD, Numbeo & National Statisticsโœ“ Updated 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Osaka or San Jose more expensive?
Osaka is more affordable. Home prices differ by $1,070,000 (79%).
Which city has cheaper rent, Osaka or San Jose?
Rent for a 1BR in Osaka is $800/mo vs $3,000/mo in San Jose.

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