Verdict: Quito is 65% cheaper — saving you $1,295/month ($15,540/year)
Quito ($685/mo)
Tokyo ($1,980/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$400
$1200
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$250
$750
Cheap Meal
$3
$8
Mid-Range Meal
$10
$25
Transit Pass
$15
$70
Utilities
$40
$130
Internet
$20
$40
Groceries
$120
$300
CategoryQuitoTokyoDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$400$1200$-800
1BR Apartment (Outside)$250$750$-500
Cheap Meal$3$8$-5
Mid-Range Meal$10$25$-15
Transit Pass$15$70$-55
Utilities$40$130$-90
Internet$20$40$-20
Groceries$120$300$-180
Total Estimated$685$1,980$1,295 (65%)

Safety Index

Quito: 40/100

Tokyo: 91/100

Average Monthly Salary

Quito: $550

Tokyo: $3,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Quito cheaper than Tokyo?

Quito is approximately 65% cheaper.Quito costs around $685/month vs Tokyo at $1,980/month. That is a saving of $1,295/month ($15,540/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Quito or Tokyo?

Quito has cheaper rent.Quito charges $400/month for a city-center 1BR, while Tokyo is $1200/month.

Which city is safer — Quito or Tokyo?

Tokyo is safer, with a safety index of 91/100 vs 40/100.