City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Tokyo vs Florence — 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.
Florence
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 45.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Florence.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Tokyo | Florence | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $725 | $821 | $96 |
| Groceries | $316 | $231 | +$85 |
| Dining Out | $107 | $151 | $44 |
| Transportation | $63 | $26 | +$37 |
| Utilities | $180 | $148 | +$32 |
| Other / Misc | $109 | $123 | $14 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Tokyo
$1,500
per month
Florence equivalent
$1,637
per month
You'd need $1,637/mo in Florence 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 Florence on $1,500/month?
In Florence, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $821 rent, $231 groceries, $151 dining.
Is Tokyo or Florence cheaper?
Tokyo is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Tokyo 41.5 vs Florence 45.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Tokyo worth in Florence?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Tokyo equals ~$1,637/mo in Florence using COL adjustment.