noun
area allowance; regional cost of living allowance
A supplementary payment added to an employee's salary to account for higher living costs in a particular work location.
東京勤務になると、勤務地手当が支給されます。
When you are assigned to work in Tokyo, an area allowance is provided.
勤務地手当は、地域によって金額が異なります。
The regional cost of living allowance varies depending on the area.
Compound of 勤務地 (work location) and 手当 (allowance).