City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Tokyo vs Salzburg — 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.
Salzburg
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 44.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Salzburg.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Tokyo | Salzburg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $725 | $708 | +$17 |
| Groceries | $316 | $330 | $14 |
| Dining Out | $107 | $163 | $56 |
| Transportation | $63 | $42 | +$21 |
| Utilities | $180 | $152 | +$28 |
| Other / Misc | $109 | $105 | +$4 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Tokyo
$1,500
per month
Salzburg equivalent
$1,623
per month
You'd need $1,623/mo in Salzburg 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 Salzburg on $1,500/month?
In Salzburg, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $708 rent, $330 groceries, $163 dining.
Is Tokyo or Salzburg cheaper?
Tokyo is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Tokyo 41.5 vs Salzburg 44.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Tokyo worth in Salzburg?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Tokyo equals ~$1,623/mo in Salzburg using COL adjustment.