City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Vienna vs Tokyo — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Vienna
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 55.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Vienna.
Tokyo
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 41.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Tokyo.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Vienna | Tokyo | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $760 | $725 | +$35 |
| Groceries | $301 | $316 | $15 |
| Dining Out | $148 | $107 | +$41 |
| Transportation | $38 | $63 | $25 |
| Utilities | $138 | $180 | $42 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $109 | +$6 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Vienna
$1,500
per month
Tokyo equivalent
$1,126
per month
Only $1,126/mo in Tokyo matches $1,500/mo in Vienna — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Vienna on $1,500/month?
Living in Vienna on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$760 to rent, $301 to groceries, $148 to dining.
Can I live in Tokyo on $1,500/month?
In Tokyo, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $725 rent, $316 groceries, $107 dining.
Is Vienna or Tokyo cheaper?
Tokyo is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Vienna 55.3 vs Tokyo 41.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Vienna worth in Tokyo?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Vienna equals ~$1,126/mo in Tokyo using COL adjustment.