🇯🇵 Cost of Living in Tokyo
How much you'll actually spend — not what travel blogs tell you
Monthly budget · Single · city center
$1,893/mo
Just you and your questionable life decisions
The real monthly damage
Rent — the biggest line item
Source: Numbeo. Prices in USD unless toggled.
Grocery prices — the supermarket reality check
Eating out — because you won't cook every night
Getting around — or trying to
30-day trial run
What a month-long scouting trip costs before you commit to anything permanent.
Tokyo vs. similar cities
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to live in Tokyo?▼
A single person can expect to spend about $1,893/month in Tokyo, including rent in the city center, groceries, transport, and utilities. Couples need roughly $2,236/month.
What is the average salary in Tokyo?▼
The average monthly net salary (after tax) in Tokyo is about $2,678, according to Numbeo data.
Is Tokyo expensive compared to other cities?▼
Compared to similar cities: Bali ($1,284/mo), Haifa ($2,257/mo), Seoul ($1,385/mo), Jerusalem ($3,076/mo), Almaty ($1,241/mo). Tokyo comes in at $1,893/mo for a single person.
Cost data sourced from Numbeo. Updated periodically.