Verdict: Sapporo is 17% cheaper — saving you $242/month ($2,904/year)
Nagoya ($1,437/mo)
Sapporo ($1,195/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$750
$550
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$480
$370
Cheap Meal
$7
$6
Mid-Range Meal
$19
$16
Transit Pass
$60
$50
Utilities
$120
$140
Internet
$37
$35
Groceries
$260
$240
CategoryNagoyaSapporoDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$750$550+$200
1BR Apartment (Outside)$480$370+$110
Cheap Meal$7$6+$1
Mid-Range Meal$19$16+$3
Transit Pass$60$50+$10
Utilities$120$140$-20
Internet$37$35+$2
Groceries$260$240+$20
Total Estimated$1,437$1,195$242 (17%)

Safety Index

Nagoya: 89/100

Sapporo: 92/100

Average Monthly Salary

Nagoya: $2,900

Sapporo: $2,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nagoya cheaper than Sapporo?

Sapporo is approximately 17% cheaper.Nagoya costs around $1,437/month vs Sapporo at $1,195/month. That is a saving of $242/month ($2,904/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Nagoya or Sapporo?

Sapporo has cheaper rent.Nagoya charges $750/month for a city-center 1BR, while Sapporo is $550/month.

Which city is safer — Nagoya or Sapporo?

Sapporo is safer, with a safety index of 92/100 vs 89/100.