Nagoya vs Alicante

Cost of living comparison for expats considering Nagoya or Alicante, Mexico.

Based on a typical expat lifestyle

Alicante is 15% cheaper than Nagoya

Monthly savings

$381

Japan

Nagoya

$2,507

$43,873

Spain

Alicante

$2,126

$37,205

Cheaper option

Category Breakdown

Category
Nagoya
Alicante
Difference

Housing (Rent)

$1,035
$1,147
+11%

Utilities

$190
$140
-26%

Groceries

$280
$182
-35%

Dining Out

$120
$120

Transportation

$360
$210
-42%

Lifestyle & Entertainment

$302
$237
-22%

Healthcare

$140
$50
-64%

Phone & Subscriptions

$80
$41
-49%
Monthly Total
$2,507
$2,126
-15%

Based on a typical expat lifestyle: 1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment, basic health insurance.

City Insights

Nagoya

Toyota headquarters nearby makes it ideal for automotive professionals. Tokyo under 2 hours by Shinkansen.

Alicante

El Centro, Playa San Juan, and Cabo de las Huertas popular neighborhoods. Monthly budget: Frugal single $1,400-1,600, Comfortable single $1,800-2,100, Couple $2,500-3,000.

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