City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Tokyo vs Antwerp — 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.
Antwerp
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 42.2 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Antwerp.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Tokyo | Antwerp | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $725 | $767 | $42 |
| Groceries | $316 | $249 | +$67 |
| Dining Out | $107 | $173 | $66 |
| Transportation | $63 | $35 | +$28 |
| Utilities | $180 | $162 | +$18 |
| Other / Misc | $109 | $114 | $5 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Tokyo
$1,500
per month
Antwerp equivalent
$1,525
per month
You'd need $1,525/mo in Antwerp 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 Antwerp on $1,500/month?
In Antwerp, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $767 rent, $249 groceries, $173 dining.
Is Tokyo or Antwerp cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Tokyo 41.5 vs Antwerp 42.2 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Tokyo worth in Antwerp?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Tokyo equals ~$1,525/mo in Antwerp using COL adjustment.