Verdict: Cape Town is 39% cheaper — saving you $780/month ($9,360/year)
Cape Town ($1,200/mo)
Tokyo ($1,980/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$700
$1200
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$450
$750
Cheap Meal
$6
$8
Mid-Range Meal
$18
$25
Transit Pass
$40
$70
Utilities
$70
$130
Internet
$30
$40
Groceries
$180
$300
CategoryCape TownTokyoDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$700$1200$-500
1BR Apartment (Outside)$450$750$-300
Cheap Meal$6$8$-2
Mid-Range Meal$18$25$-7
Transit Pass$40$70$-30
Utilities$70$130$-60
Internet$30$40$-10
Groceries$180$300$-120
Total Estimated$1,200$1,980$780 (39%)

Safety Index

Cape Town: 30/100

Tokyo: 91/100

Average Monthly Salary

Cape Town: $1,500

Tokyo: $3,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cape Town cheaper than Tokyo?

Cape Town is approximately 39% cheaper.Cape Town costs around $1,200/month vs Tokyo at $1,980/month. That is a saving of $780/month ($9,360/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Cape Town or Tokyo?

Cape Town has cheaper rent.Cape Town charges $700/month for a city-center 1BR, while Tokyo is $1200/month.

Which city is safer — Cape Town or Tokyo?

Tokyo is safer, with a safety index of 91/100 vs 30/100.