Verdict: Dhaka is 77% cheaper — saving you $1,534/month ($18,408/year)
Dhaka ($446/mo)
Tokyo ($1,980/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$300
$1200
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$150
$750
Cheap Meal
$1
$8
Mid-Range Meal
$5
$25
Transit Pass
$8
$70
Utilities
$30
$130
Internet
$8
$40
Groceries
$70
$300
CategoryDhakaTokyoDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$300$1200$-900
1BR Apartment (Outside)$150$750$-600
Cheap Meal$1$8$-7
Mid-Range Meal$5$25$-20
Transit Pass$8$70$-62
Utilities$30$130$-100
Internet$8$40$-32
Groceries$70$300$-230
Total Estimated$446$1,980$1,534 (77%)

Safety Index

Dhaka: 35/100

Tokyo: 91/100

Average Monthly Salary

Dhaka: $350

Tokyo: $3,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dhaka cheaper than Tokyo?

Dhaka is approximately 77% cheaper.Dhaka costs around $446/month vs Tokyo at $1,980/month. That is a saving of $1,534/month ($18,408/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Dhaka or Tokyo?

Dhaka has cheaper rent.Dhaka charges $300/month for a city-center 1BR, while Tokyo is $1200/month.

Which city is safer — Dhaka or Tokyo?

Tokyo is safer, with a safety index of 91/100 vs 35/100.