City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Jeddah vs Tokyo — 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.
Tokyo
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 41.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Tokyo.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Jeddah | Tokyo | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $601 | $725 | $124 |
| Groceries | $428 | $316 | +$112 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $107 | +$116 |
| Transportation | $45 | $63 | $18 |
| Utilities | $113 | $180 | $67 |
| Other / Misc | $90 | $109 | $19 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Jeddah
$1,500
per month
Tokyo equivalent
$2,306
per month
You'd need $2,306/mo in Tokyo 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 Tokyo on $1,500/month?
In Tokyo, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $725 rent, $316 groceries, $107 dining.
Is Jeddah or Tokyo cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Jeddah 27 vs Tokyo 41.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Jeddah worth in Tokyo?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Jeddah equals ~$2,306/mo in Tokyo using COL adjustment.