Verdict: Osaka is 45% cheaper — saving you $1,302/month ($15,624/year)
Dublin ($2,900/mo)
Osaka ($1,598/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$1800
$900
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$1300
$550
Cheap Meal
$15
$7
Mid-Range Meal
$35
$20
Transit Pass
$120
$60
Utilities
$160
$120
Internet
$50
$38
Groceries
$320
$270
CategoryDublinOsakaDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$1800$900+$900
1BR Apartment (Outside)$1300$550+$750
Cheap Meal$15$7+$8
Mid-Range Meal$35$20+$15
Transit Pass$120$60+$60
Utilities$160$120+$40
Internet$50$38+$12
Groceries$320$270+$50
Total Estimated$2,900$1,598$1,302 (45%)

Safety Index

Dublin: 72/100

Osaka: 88/100

Average Monthly Salary

Dublin: $3,800

Osaka: $2,800

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dublin cheaper than Osaka?

Osaka is approximately 45% cheaper.Dublin costs around $2,900/month vs Osaka at $1,598/month. That is a saving of $1,302/month ($15,624/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Dublin or Osaka?

Osaka has cheaper rent.Dublin charges $1800/month for a city-center 1BR, while Osaka is $900/month.

Which city is safer — Dublin or Osaka?

Osaka is safer, with a safety index of 88/100 vs 72/100.