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At a glance
Lowest living costs
Japan
Highest salaries
Canada
Most money left over
Germany
Easiest visa
All the same
Best rated
Japan
Side by side
Cost of living
Monthly budget for one person: rent, food, transport and bills
- Japan$1,640 /monthBased on prices in TokyoLowest
- Canada$2,713 /monthBased on prices in Toronto
- Germany$2,113 /monthBased on prices in Berlin
Average salary
Typical monthly pay after tax
- Japan$2,300 /month
- Canada$3,500 /monthHighest
- Germany$3,000 /month
Left over each month
Average salary minus the monthly budget
- Japan+$660
- Canada+$787
- Germany+$887Most
Visa access
How hard it usually is to get the right to live there
- JapanModeratePossible, but expect paperwork and some waiting
- CanadaModeratePossible, but expect paperwork and some waiting
- GermanyModeratePossible, but expect paperwork and some waiting
Overall rating
Average score from people who live there
- Japan4.6From 7 reviewsTop rated
- Canada3.7From 6 reviews
- Germany4.0From 4 reviews
Figures are averages converted to US dollars at current exchange rates. Your own costs and pay will depend on where you live, your job and your lifestyle.