Verdict: Tokyo is 7% cheaper — saving you $156/month ($1,872/year)
Montreal ($2,136/mo)
Tokyo ($1,980/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$1200
$1200
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$800
$750
Cheap Meal
$14
$8
Mid-Range Meal
$35
$25
Transit Pass
$86
$70
Utilities
$80
$130
Internet
$50
$40
Groceries
$300
$300
CategoryMontrealTokyoDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$1200$1200
1BR Apartment (Outside)$800$750+$50
Cheap Meal$14$8+$6
Mid-Range Meal$35$25+$10
Transit Pass$86$70+$16
Utilities$80$130$-50
Internet$50$40+$10
Groceries$300$300
Total Estimated$2,136$1,980$156 (7%)

Safety Index

Montreal: 78/100

Tokyo: 91/100

Average Monthly Salary

Montreal: $3,200

Tokyo: $3,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Montreal cheaper than Tokyo?

Tokyo is approximately 7% cheaper.Montreal costs around $2,136/month vs Tokyo at $1,980/month. That is a saving of $156/month ($1,872/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Montreal or Tokyo?

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

Which city is safer — Montreal or Tokyo?

Tokyo is safer, with a safety index of 91/100 vs 78/100.