Verdict: Fukuoka is 35% cheaper — saving you $700/month ($8,400/year)
Fukuoka ($1,280/mo)
Tokyo ($1,980/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$650
$1200
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$420
$750
Cheap Meal
$6
$8
Mid-Range Meal
$18
$25
Transit Pass
$55
$70
Utilities
$110
$130
Internet
$35
$40
Groceries
$250
$300
CategoryFukuokaTokyoDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$650$1200$-550
1BR Apartment (Outside)$420$750$-330
Cheap Meal$6$8$-2
Mid-Range Meal$18$25$-7
Transit Pass$55$70$-15
Utilities$110$130$-20
Internet$35$40$-5
Groceries$250$300$-50
Total Estimated$1,280$1,980$700 (35%)

Safety Index

Fukuoka: 90/100

Tokyo: 91/100

Average Monthly Salary

Fukuoka: $2,400

Tokyo: $3,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fukuoka cheaper than Tokyo?

Fukuoka is approximately 35% cheaper.Fukuoka costs around $1,280/month vs Tokyo at $1,980/month. That is a saving of $700/month ($8,400/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Fukuoka or Tokyo?

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

Which city is safer — Fukuoka or Tokyo?

Tokyo is safer, with a safety index of 91/100 vs 90/100.