Verdict: Tokyo is 54% cheaper — saving you $2,301/month ($27,612/year)
San Francisco ($4,281/mo)
Tokyo ($1,980/mo)
1BR Apartment (Center)
$3000
$1200
1BR Apartment (Outside)
$2200
$750
Cheap Meal
$20
$8
Mid-Range Meal
$50
$25
Transit Pass
$81
$70
Utilities
$140
$130
Internet
$60
$40
Groceries
$400
$300
CategorySan FranciscoTokyoDifference
1BR Apartment (Center)$3000$1200+$1800
1BR Apartment (Outside)$2200$750+$1450
Cheap Meal$20$8+$12
Mid-Range Meal$50$25+$25
Transit Pass$81$70+$11
Utilities$140$130+$10
Internet$60$40+$20
Groceries$400$300+$100
Total Estimated$4,281$1,980$2,301 (54%)

Safety Index

San Francisco: 50/100

Tokyo: 91/100

Average Monthly Salary

San Francisco: $6,500

Tokyo: $3,200

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is San Francisco cheaper than Tokyo?

Tokyo is approximately 54% cheaper.San Francisco costs around $4,281/month vs Tokyo at $1,980/month. That is a saving of $2,301/month ($27,612/year).

Which city has cheaper rent — San Francisco or Tokyo?

Tokyo has cheaper rent.San Francisco charges $3000/month for a city-center 1BR, while Tokyo is $1200/month.

Which city is safer — San Francisco or Tokyo?

Tokyo is safer, with a safety index of 91/100 vs 50/100.