City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Tokyo vs Bergen — 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.
Bergen
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Bergen.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Tokyo | Bergen | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $725 | $727 | $2 |
| Groceries | $316 | $328 | $12 |
| Dining Out | $107 | $179 | $72 |
| Transportation | $63 | $51 | +$12 |
| Utilities | $180 | $106 | +$74 |
| Other / Misc | $109 | $109 | $0 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Tokyo
$1,500
per month
Bergen equivalent
$1,825
per month
You'd need $1,825/mo in Bergen 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 Bergen on $1,500/month?
In Bergen, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $727 rent, $328 groceries, $179 dining.
Is Tokyo or Bergen cheaper?
Tokyo is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Tokyo 41.5 vs Bergen 50.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Tokyo worth in Bergen?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Tokyo equals ~$1,825/mo in Bergen using COL adjustment.