Verdict: Kuala Lumpur is 55% cheaper — saving you $1,090/month ($13,080/year)
Kuala Lumpur ($890/mo)
Tokyo ($1,980/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$550
$1200
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$320
$750
Cheap Meal
$3
$8
Mid-Range Meal
$10
$25
Transit Pass
$25
$70
Utilities
$60
$130
Internet
$25
$40
Groceries
$140
$300
CategoryKuala LumpurTokyoDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$550$1200$-650
1BR Apartment (Outside)$320$750$-430
Cheap Meal$3$8$-5
Mid-Range Meal$10$25$-15
Transit Pass$25$70$-45
Utilities$60$130$-70
Internet$25$40$-15
Groceries$140$300$-160
Total Estimated$890$1,980$1,090 (55%)

Safety Index

Kuala Lumpur: 60/100

Tokyo: 91/100

Average Monthly Salary

Kuala Lumpur: $1,100

Tokyo: $3,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kuala Lumpur cheaper than Tokyo?

Kuala Lumpur is approximately 55% cheaper.Kuala Lumpur costs around $890/month vs Tokyo at $1,980/month. That is a saving of $1,090/month ($13,080/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Kuala Lumpur or Tokyo?

Kuala Lumpur has cheaper rent.Kuala Lumpur charges $550/month for a city-center 1BR, while Tokyo is $1200/month.

Which city is safer — Kuala Lumpur or Tokyo?

Tokyo is safer, with a safety index of 91/100 vs 60/100.