Sapporo vs Algarve

Cost of living comparison for expats considering Sapporo or Algarve, Mexico.

Based on a typical expat lifestyle

Sapporo is 2% cheaper than Algarve

Monthly savings

$37

Japan

Sapporo

$2,167

$37,923

Cheaper option

Portugal

Algarve

$2,204

$38,570

Category Breakdown

Category
Sapporo
Algarve
Difference

Housing (Rent)

$805
$1,242
+54%

Utilities

$215
$173
-20%

Groceries

$259
$189
-27%

Dining Out

$108
$132
+22%

Transportation

$300
$150
-50%

Lifestyle & Entertainment

$280
$226
-19%

Healthcare

$130
$42
-68%

Phone & Subscriptions

$70
$50
-29%
Monthly Total
$2,167
$2,204
2%

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

Sapporo

World-class powder snow at Niseko nearby. Famous Snow Festival. Fresh Hokkaido seafood. Japanese language essential - smallest expat community.

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