Japan vs Thailand: Which Is Cheaper?

Japan — Tokyo
Japan
Thailand — Bangkok
Thailand
Quick answer: Thailand is cheaper than Japan for everyday living — about $1,036 versus $1,457 a month, roughly 29% less. On other factors, Japan is safer and Thailand has faster internet.

Thailand is the cheaper country overall — about 29% less than Japan, or roughly $1,036 versus $1,457 a month for a single person (population-weighted across 7 and 7 cities). A city-centre one-bedroom averages $679 in Thailand against $936 in Japan. Japan rates higher on safety (84 vs 58/100). Internet is faster in Thailand (265 vs 229 Mbps). Healthcare scores 79 vs 78/100, favouring Japan.

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