City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Tokyo vs Graz — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Tokyo
Moderate
COL+Rent: 41.5 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Tokyo.
Graz
Moderate
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Graz.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Tokyo | Graz | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $967 | $906 | +$61 |
| Groceries | $421 | $462 | $41 |
| Dining Out | $143 | $225 | $82 |
| Transportation | $84 | $59 | +$25 |
| Utilities | $240 | $212 | +$28 |
| Other / Misc | $145 | $136 | +$9 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Tokyo
$2,000
per month
Graz equivalent
$1,899
per month
Only $1,899/mo in Graz matches $2,000/mo in Tokyo — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Tokyo on $2,000/month?
Living in Tokyo on $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$967 to rent, $421 to groceries, $143 to dining.
Can I live in Graz on $2,000/month?
In Graz, $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $906 rent, $462 groceries, $225 dining.
Is Tokyo or Graz cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Tokyo 41.5 vs Graz 39.4 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Tokyo worth in Graz?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Tokyo equals ~$1,899/mo in Graz using COL adjustment.