Verdict: Nagoya is 27% cheaper — saving you $543/month ($6,516/year)
Nagoya ($1,437/mo)
Tokyo ($1,980/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$750
$1200
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$480
$750
Cheap Meal
$7
$8
Mid-Range Meal
$19
$25
Transit Pass
$60
$70
Utilities
$120
$130
Internet
$37
$40
Groceries
$260
$300
CategoryNagoyaTokyoDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$750$1200$-450
1BR Apartment (Outside)$480$750$-270
Cheap Meal$7$8$-1
Mid-Range Meal$19$25$-6
Transit Pass$60$70$-10
Utilities$120$130$-10
Internet$37$40$-3
Groceries$260$300$-40
Total Estimated$1,437$1,980$543 (27%)

Safety Index

Nagoya: 89/100

Tokyo: 91/100

Average Monthly Salary

Nagoya: $2,900

Tokyo: $3,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nagoya cheaper than Tokyo?

Nagoya is approximately 27% cheaper.Nagoya costs around $1,437/month vs Tokyo at $1,980/month. That is a saving of $543/month ($6,516/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Nagoya or Tokyo?

Nagoya has cheaper rent.Nagoya charges $750/month for a city-center 1BR, while Tokyo is $1200/month.

Which city is safer — Nagoya or Tokyo?

Tokyo is safer, with a safety index of 91/100 vs 89/100.