City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Antwerp vs Tokyo — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Antwerp
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 42.2 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Antwerp.
Tokyo
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 41.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Tokyo.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Antwerp | Tokyo | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $767 | $725 | +$42 |
| Groceries | $249 | $316 | $67 |
| Dining Out | $173 | $107 | +$66 |
| Transportation | $35 | $63 | $28 |
| Utilities | $162 | $180 | $18 |
| Other / Misc | $114 | $109 | +$5 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Antwerp
$1,500
per month
Tokyo equivalent
$1,475
per month
Only $1,475/mo in Tokyo matches $1,500/mo in Antwerp — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Antwerp on $1,500/month?
Living in Antwerp on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$767 to rent, $249 to groceries, $173 to dining.
Can I live in Tokyo on $1,500/month?
In Tokyo, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $725 rent, $316 groceries, $107 dining.
Is Antwerp or Tokyo cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Antwerp 42.2 vs Tokyo 41.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Antwerp worth in Tokyo?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Antwerp equals ~$1,475/mo in Tokyo using COL adjustment.