City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Jeddah vs Osaka — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Jeddah
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Jeddah.
Osaka
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 28.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Osaka.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Jeddah | Osaka | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $601 | $620 | $19 |
| Groceries | $428 | $377 | +$51 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $119 | +$104 |
| Transportation | $45 | $76 | $31 |
| Utilities | $113 | $215 | $102 |
| Other / Misc | $90 | $93 | $3 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Jeddah
$1,500
per month
Osaka equivalent
$1,606
per month
You'd need $1,606/mo in Osaka to match $1,500/mo in Jeddah.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Jeddah on $1,500/month?
Living in Jeddah on $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Budget allocates ~$601 to rent, $428 to groceries, $223 to dining.
Can I live in Osaka on $1,500/month?
In Osaka, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $620 rent, $377 groceries, $119 dining.
Is Jeddah or Osaka cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Jeddah 27 vs Osaka 28.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Jeddah worth in Osaka?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Jeddah equals ~$1,606/mo in Osaka using COL adjustment.