Side-by-side cost of living comparison using official government data
Niigata is 0.0% cheaper than Tokyo overall
Affordability Index
75
AffordableRent ¥78,000 / Income 580¥
Affordability Index
87
Very AffordableRent ¥33,000 / Income 300¥
| Category | Tokyo | Niigata | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other | ¥254,650 | ¥251,109 | -1.4% |
| Food & Groceries | ¥76,097 | ¥66,227 | -13.0% |
| Entertainment | ¥24,897 | ¥15,260 | -38.7% |
| Transportation | ¥19,729 | ¥22,468 | +13.9% |
| Housing & Rent | ¥19,262 | ¥40,217 | +108.8% |
| Healthcare | ¥11,321 | ¥7,948 | -29.8% |
| Utilities | ¥10,419 | ¥18,180 | +74.5% |
| Clothing | ¥9,285 | ¥5,408 | -41.8% |
| Education | ¥5,111 | ¥3,782 | -26.0% |
| Total (Monthly) | ¥430,771 | ¥430,598 | -0.0% |
Tokyo is approximately 0% more expensive than Niigata 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 Niigata for a single person is approximately ¥430,598 (~$2,871 USD).
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