Verdict: Beijing is 33% cheaper — saving you $655/month ($7,860/year)
Beijing ($1,325/mo)
Tokyo ($1,980/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$900
$1200
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$500
$750
Cheap Meal
$4
$8
Mid-Range Meal
$15
$25
Transit Pass
$30
$70
Utilities
$60
$130
Internet
$15
$40
Groceries
$200
$300
CategoryBeijingTokyoDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$900$1200$-300
1BR Apartment (Outside)$500$750$-250
Cheap Meal$4$8$-4
Mid-Range Meal$15$25$-10
Transit Pass$30$70$-40
Utilities$60$130$-70
Internet$15$40$-25
Groceries$200$300$-100
Total Estimated$1,325$1,980$655 (33%)

Safety Index

Beijing: 75/100

Tokyo: 91/100

Average Monthly Salary

Beijing: $1,800

Tokyo: $3,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beijing cheaper than Tokyo?

Beijing is approximately 33% cheaper.Beijing costs around $1,325/month vs Tokyo at $1,980/month. That is a saving of $655/month ($7,860/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Beijing or Tokyo?

Beijing has cheaper rent.Beijing charges $900/month for a city-center 1BR, while Tokyo is $1200/month.

Which city is safer — Beijing or Tokyo?

Tokyo is safer, with a safety index of 91/100 vs 75/100.