Verdict: Sapporo is 24% cheaper — saving you $380/month ($4,560/year)
Lisbon ($1,575/mo)
Sapporo ($1,195/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$900
$550
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$600
$370
Cheap Meal
$9
$6
Mid-Range Meal
$20
$16
Transit Pass
$45
$50
Utilities
$110
$140
Internet
$30
$35
Groceries
$220
$240
CategoryLisbonSapporoDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$900$550+$350
1BR Apartment (Outside)$600$370+$230
Cheap Meal$9$6+$3
Mid-Range Meal$20$16+$4
Transit Pass$45$50$-5
Utilities$110$140$-30
Internet$30$35$-5
Groceries$220$240$-20
Total Estimated$1,575$1,195$380 (24%)

Safety Index

Lisbon: 82/100

Sapporo: 92/100

Average Monthly Salary

Lisbon: $1,600

Sapporo: $2,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lisbon cheaper than Sapporo?

Sapporo is approximately 24% cheaper.Lisbon costs around $1,575/month vs Sapporo at $1,195/month. That is a saving of $380/month ($4,560/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Lisbon or Sapporo?

Sapporo has cheaper rent.Lisbon charges $900/month for a city-center 1BR, while Sapporo is $550/month.

Which city is safer — Lisbon or Sapporo?

Sapporo is safer, with a safety index of 92/100 vs 82/100.