City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Graz vs Tokyo — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Graz
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Graz.
Tokyo
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 41.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Tokyo.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Graz | Tokyo | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $680 | $725 | $45 |
| Groceries | $347 | $316 | +$31 |
| Dining Out | $169 | $107 | +$62 |
| Transportation | $44 | $63 | $19 |
| Utilities | $159 | $180 | $21 |
| Other / Misc | $101 | $109 | $8 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Graz
$1,500
per month
Tokyo equivalent
$1,580
per month
You'd need $1,580/mo in Tokyo to match $1,500/mo in Graz.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Graz on $1,500/month?
Living in Graz on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$680 to rent, $347 to groceries, $169 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 Graz or Tokyo cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Graz 39.4 vs Tokyo 41.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Graz worth in Tokyo?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Graz equals ~$1,580/mo in Tokyo using COL adjustment.