Verdict: Budapest is 39% cheaper — saving you $765/month ($9,180/year)
Budapest ($1,215/mo)
Tokyo ($1,980/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$650
$1200
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$420
$750
Cheap Meal
$7
$8
Mid-Range Meal
$15
$25
Transit Pass
$30
$70
Utilities
$130
$130
Internet
$15
$40
Groceries
$180
$300
CategoryBudapestTokyoDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$650$1200$-550
1BR Apartment (Outside)$420$750$-330
Cheap Meal$7$8$-1
Mid-Range Meal$15$25$-10
Transit Pass$30$70$-40
Utilities$130$130
Internet$15$40$-25
Groceries$180$300$-120
Total Estimated$1,215$1,980$765 (39%)

Safety Index

Budapest: 78/100

Tokyo: 91/100

Average Monthly Salary

Budapest: $1,600

Tokyo: $3,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Budapest cheaper than Tokyo?

Budapest is approximately 39% cheaper.Budapest costs around $1,215/month vs Tokyo at $1,980/month. That is a saving of $765/month ($9,180/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Budapest or Tokyo?

Budapest has cheaper rent.Budapest charges $650/month for a city-center 1BR, while Tokyo is $1200/month.

Which city is safer — Budapest or Tokyo?

Tokyo is safer, with a safety index of 91/100 vs 78/100.