University Student Allowances: 60% Unchanged Despite Rising Prices – Average Monthly Living Expenses (Excluding Rent) at 33,000 Yen [Parent Survey]
A survey by 'Jukusen,' operated by DeltaX Inc., reveals that 63% of parents have not increased allowances for university students despite rising prices. The average monthly living expense, excluding rent, is 33,000 yen, with many expecting students to cover shortfalls through part-time jobs.
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DeltaX Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Takeshi Kuroiwa), which operates the cram school selection service 'Jukusen,' is pleased to announce the outline of its survey on 'University Student Allowances.'
For university students living alone, do you wonder, 'Is a few tens of thousands of yen per month besides rent enough?' or 'Should I increase the allowance due to rising prices?'
In the latest survey conducted by Jukusen Journal targeting 100 parents, 63% responded that they 'have not increased' the allowance despite facing rising prices. The average allowance excluding rent was 33,000 yen per month.
Where is the guideline for setting an amount that is 'not too lenient, but also not causing hardship'? From the total average to the 'allowance boundary' rules decided by parents and children, and tips for resolving concerns, we deliver the real voices revealed by the survey.
See details here.
The approaching wave of rising prices... yet approximately 60% keep 'allowances unchanged'
In recent years, prices, especially for food and utilities, have continued to rise, affecting university students living alone. In such circumstances, will allowances change?
Regarding the response to rising prices, the most common answer was 'allowance amount has not changed' at 63%, accounting for over half of the total. 'Considering an increase' was 26%, and only 6% of households 'actually increased' the amount.
On the other hand, parents' comments also included concerns that the burden of living expenses for children is increasing due to price hikes.
"With the soaring cost of ingredients and utilities, it seems difficult to manage with the amount initially assumed." (Aoba-san / Miyagi Prefecture / University 2nd year male / Parent)
"I hear that food and electricity prices have gone up, and I'm wondering if I should review the allowance amount." (Sakura-san / Tokyo / University 1st year female / Parent)
While there are such concerns, it seems difficult to change the amount immediately, considering the overall impact on household finances and the balance with other expenses besides allowances.
Reality of University Student Allowances – Average Amount Excluding Rent is '33,450 Yen'
Allowances excluding rent: '20,000-30,000 yen per month' is the most common range.
In this survey, the average allowance excluding rent was 33,450 yen. Looking at the distribution, '30,000 yen range' was the most common at 24%, followed by '20,000 yen range' at 22%. These two combined account for about half, indicating that living expenses allowances are mainly in the '20,000-30,000 yen per month' range.
Meanwhile, the proportion of those who answered 'less than 20,000 yen' was 18%, with many households keeping allowances low on the premise of income from part-time jobs. Also, 24% were in the '50,000 yen or more' category, showing a wide distribution of allowance amounts, suggesting that amounts vary depending on lifestyle and region.
Total average allowance including rent is 76,000 yen, with '80,000-90,000 yen range' being the most common.
Looking at the distribution of total allowances, the most common was '80,000-90,000 yen range' at 21%, followed by '40,000-50,000 yen range' at 20%, and '100,000-110,000 yen range' at 17%.
The average value was approximately 76,000 yen, with no significant bias towards a specific price range, suggesting that amounts are set according to each household's circumstances. Also, differences in total allowances appear to be due to factors such as the region of the university and housing costs.
Rent: 'Direct payment by parents' is 62%
Regarding rent payment methods, 'direct transfer by parents' was the most common at 62%, accounting for over half. This result indicates that many households manage rent and living expenses separately.
Allowance shortfalls are assumed to be covered by part-time jobs – most parents tolerate it as long as it doesn't interfere with studies.
88% cover living expense shortfalls with 'part-time jobs'!
*This survey allowed multiple responses, so the total may exceed 100%.
The most common response for dealing with living expense shortfalls was 'doing a part-time job' at 88%, an overwhelming proportion. In contrast, only 14% of households responded 'asking for additional allowance.'
73% of parents say 'part-time jobs are OK as long as they don't interfere with studies'
When asked about their views on children doing part-time jobs, 73% responded that 'it's not a problem as long as it doesn't interfere with studies.' Also, 20% said 'they should actively gain experience.'
It was found that university students' part-time jobs are not only tolerated to some extent, but many parents also encourage them.
This suggests that for allowances, many households set the amount on the premise that living expenses are not fully covered, and any shortfalls are supplemented by part-time jobs.
Two major concerns for university student allowances are 'appropriateness of the amount' and 'how money is used.'
In addition to the increased burden of living expenses due to rising prices, we also asked what concerns parents have about allowances in general. Looking at parents' responses
For university students living alone, do you wonder, 'Is a few tens of thousands of yen per month besides rent enough?' or 'Should I increase the allowance due to rising prices?'
In the latest survey conducted by Jukusen Journal targeting 100 parents, 63% responded that they 'have not increased' the allowance despite facing rising prices. The average allowance excluding rent was 33,000 yen per month.
Where is the guideline for setting an amount that is 'not too lenient, but also not causing hardship'? From the total average to the 'allowance boundary' rules decided by parents and children, and tips for resolving concerns, we deliver the real voices revealed by the survey.
See details here.
The approaching wave of rising prices... yet approximately 60% keep 'allowances unchanged'
In recent years, prices, especially for food and utilities, have continued to rise, affecting university students living alone. In such circumstances, will allowances change?
Regarding the response to rising prices, the most common answer was 'allowance amount has not changed' at 63%, accounting for over half of the total. 'Considering an increase' was 26%, and only 6% of households 'actually increased' the amount.
On the other hand, parents' comments also included concerns that the burden of living expenses for children is increasing due to price hikes.
"With the soaring cost of ingredients and utilities, it seems difficult to manage with the amount initially assumed." (Aoba-san / Miyagi Prefecture / University 2nd year male / Parent)
"I hear that food and electricity prices have gone up, and I'm wondering if I should review the allowance amount." (Sakura-san / Tokyo / University 1st year female / Parent)
While there are such concerns, it seems difficult to change the amount immediately, considering the overall impact on household finances and the balance with other expenses besides allowances.
Reality of University Student Allowances – Average Amount Excluding Rent is '33,450 Yen'
Allowances excluding rent: '20,000-30,000 yen per month' is the most common range.
In this survey, the average allowance excluding rent was 33,450 yen. Looking at the distribution, '30,000 yen range' was the most common at 24%, followed by '20,000 yen range' at 22%. These two combined account for about half, indicating that living expenses allowances are mainly in the '20,000-30,000 yen per month' range.
Meanwhile, the proportion of those who answered 'less than 20,000 yen' was 18%, with many households keeping allowances low on the premise of income from part-time jobs. Also, 24% were in the '50,000 yen or more' category, showing a wide distribution of allowance amounts, suggesting that amounts vary depending on lifestyle and region.
Total average allowance including rent is 76,000 yen, with '80,000-90,000 yen range' being the most common.
Looking at the distribution of total allowances, the most common was '80,000-90,000 yen range' at 21%, followed by '40,000-50,000 yen range' at 20%, and '100,000-110,000 yen range' at 17%.
The average value was approximately 76,000 yen, with no significant bias towards a specific price range, suggesting that amounts are set according to each household's circumstances. Also, differences in total allowances appear to be due to factors such as the region of the university and housing costs.
Rent: 'Direct payment by parents' is 62%
Regarding rent payment methods, 'direct transfer by parents' was the most common at 62%, accounting for over half. This result indicates that many households manage rent and living expenses separately.
Allowance shortfalls are assumed to be covered by part-time jobs – most parents tolerate it as long as it doesn't interfere with studies.
88% cover living expense shortfalls with 'part-time jobs'!
*This survey allowed multiple responses, so the total may exceed 100%.
The most common response for dealing with living expense shortfalls was 'doing a part-time job' at 88%, an overwhelming proportion. In contrast, only 14% of households responded 'asking for additional allowance.'
73% of parents say 'part-time jobs are OK as long as they don't interfere with studies'
When asked about their views on children doing part-time jobs, 73% responded that 'it's not a problem as long as it doesn't interfere with studies.' Also, 20% said 'they should actively gain experience.'
It was found that university students' part-time jobs are not only tolerated to some extent, but many parents also encourage them.
This suggests that for allowances, many households set the amount on the premise that living expenses are not fully covered, and any shortfalls are supplemented by part-time jobs.
Two major concerns for university student allowances are 'appropriateness of the amount' and 'how money is used.'
In addition to the increased burden of living expenses due to rising prices, we also asked what concerns parents have about allowances in general. Looking at parents' responses