City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Tokyo vs Aarhus — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Tokyo
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 41.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Tokyo.
Aarhus
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 45.1 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Aarhus.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Tokyo | Aarhus | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $725 | $695 | +$30 |
| Groceries | $316 | $309 | +$7 |
| Dining Out | $107 | $229 | $122 |
| Transportation | $63 | $40 | +$23 |
| Utilities | $180 | $123 | +$57 |
| Other / Misc | $109 | $104 | +$5 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Tokyo
$1,500
per month
Aarhus equivalent
$1,630
per month
You'd need $1,630/mo in Aarhus to match $1,500/mo in Tokyo.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Tokyo on $1,500/month?
Living in Tokyo on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$725 to rent, $316 to groceries, $107 to dining.
Can I live in Aarhus on $1,500/month?
In Aarhus, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $695 rent, $309 groceries, $229 dining.
Is Tokyo or Aarhus cheaper?
Tokyo is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Tokyo 41.5 vs Aarhus 45.1 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Tokyo worth in Aarhus?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Tokyo equals ~$1,630/mo in Aarhus using COL adjustment.