Verdict: Cartagena is 35% cheaper — saving you $442/month ($5,304/year)
Cartagena ($838/mo)
Fukuoka ($1,280/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$500
$650
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$300
$420
Cheap Meal
$4
$6
Mid-Range Meal
$12
$18
Transit Pass
$20
$55
Utilities
$50
$110
Internet
$18
$35
Groceries
$130
$250
CategoryCartagenaFukuokaDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$500$650$-150
1BR Apartment (Outside)$300$420$-120
Cheap Meal$4$6$-2
Mid-Range Meal$12$18$-6
Transit Pass$20$55$-35
Utilities$50$110$-60
Internet$18$35$-17
Groceries$130$250$-120
Total Estimated$838$1,280$442 (35%)

Safety Index

Cartagena: 42/100

Fukuoka: 90/100

Average Monthly Salary

Cartagena: $600

Fukuoka: $2,400

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cartagena cheaper than Fukuoka?

Cartagena is approximately 35% cheaper.Cartagena costs around $838/month vs Fukuoka at $1,280/month. That is a saving of $442/month ($5,304/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Cartagena or Fukuoka?

Cartagena has cheaper rent.Cartagena charges $500/month for a city-center 1BR, while Fukuoka is $650/month.

Which city is safer — Cartagena or Fukuoka?

Fukuoka is safer, with a safety index of 90/100 vs 42/100.