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

Safety Index

Tokyo: 91/100

Nagoya: 89/100

Average Monthly Salary

Tokyo: $3,200

Nagoya: $2,900

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tokyo cheaper than Nagoya?

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

Which city has cheaper rent — Tokyo or Nagoya?

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

Which city is safer — Tokyo or Nagoya?

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