City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Tokyo vs Graz — 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.
Graz
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Graz.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Tokyo | Graz | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $725 | $680 | +$45 |
| Groceries | $316 | $347 | $31 |
| Dining Out | $107 | $169 | $62 |
| Transportation | $63 | $44 | +$19 |
| Utilities | $180 | $159 | +$21 |
| Other / Misc | $109 | $101 | +$8 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Tokyo
$1,500
per month
Graz equivalent
$1,424
per month
Only $1,424/mo in Graz matches $1,500/mo in Tokyo — better value.
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 Graz on $1,500/month?
In Graz, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $680 rent, $347 groceries, $169 dining.
Is Tokyo or Graz cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Tokyo 41.5 vs Graz 39.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Tokyo worth in Graz?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Tokyo equals ~$1,424/mo in Graz using COL adjustment.