Side-by-side cost of living comparison using official government data
Chiba is 17.2% more expensive than Tokyo overall
Affordability Index
75
AffordableRent ¥78,000 / Income 580¥
Affordability Index
77
AffordableRent ¥48,000 / Income 365¥
| Category | Tokyo | Chiba | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | ¥254,650 | ¥296,086 | +16.3% |
| Food & Groceries | ¥76,097 | ¥74,067 | -2.7% |
| Entertainment | ¥24,897 | ¥20,124 | -19.2% |
| Transportation | ¥19,729 | ¥54,357 | +175.5% |
| Housing & Rent | ¥19,262 | ¥23,891 | +24.0% |
| Healthcare | ¥11,321 | ¥9,356 | -17.4% |
| Utilities | ¥10,419 | ¥12,120 | +16.3% |
| Clothing | ¥9,285 | ¥8,271 | -10.9% |
| Education | ¥5,111 | ¥6,551 | +28.2% |
| Total (Monthly) | ¥430,771 | ¥504,823 | +17.2% |
Chiba is approximately 17% more expensive than Tokyo based on official government statistics.
The estimated monthly cost of living in Tokyo for a single person is approximately ¥430,771 (~$2,872 USD).
The estimated monthly cost of living in Chiba for a single person is approximately ¥504,823 (~$3,365 USD).
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