Verdict: Riyadh is 29% cheaper — saving you $575/month ($6,900/year)
Riyadh ($1,405/mo)
Tokyo ($1,980/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$800
$1200
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$500
$750
Cheap Meal
$6
$8
Mid-Range Meal
$20
$25
Transit Pass
$40
$70
Utilities
$80
$130
Internet
$55
$40
Groceries
$250
$300
CategoryRiyadhTokyoDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$800$1200$-400
1BR Apartment (Outside)$500$750$-250
Cheap Meal$6$8$-2
Mid-Range Meal$20$25$-5
Transit Pass$40$70$-30
Utilities$80$130$-50
Internet$55$40+$15
Groceries$250$300$-50
Total Estimated$1,405$1,980$575 (29%)

Safety Index

Riyadh: 80/100

Tokyo: 91/100

Average Monthly Salary

Riyadh: $3,000

Tokyo: $3,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Riyadh cheaper than Tokyo?

Riyadh is approximately 29% cheaper.Riyadh costs around $1,405/month vs Tokyo at $1,980/month. That is a saving of $575/month ($6,900/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — Riyadh or Tokyo?

Riyadh has cheaper rent.Riyadh charges $800/month for a city-center 1BR, while Tokyo is $1200/month.

Which city is safer — Riyadh or Tokyo?

Tokyo is safer, with a safety index of 91/100 vs 80/100.