Japan vs Kazakhstan
Japan is about 45% pricier than Kazakhstan overall, with a price level of 63.4 versus 35.1 (US = 100). The gap is widest in communication and narrowest in transport. On quality of life, Japan scores higher (96 vs 88 of 100).
Metric Japan Kazakhstan
Price level (US=100) 63.4 35.1
GDP / capita (PPP) $52,039 $40,891
GNI / capita (PPP) $55,490 $37,590
Inflation (YoY) 2.7% 8.7%
What's different, by category
Price levels by category (world average = 100). The cheaper of the two is highlighted.
Category Japan Kazakhstan
Housing & utilities 177 51
Food 191 64
Transport 150 51
Restaurants & hotels 148 47
Health 97 24
Communication 227 45
Category price levels: World Bank ICP 2021 (world average = 100).
Quality of life
Metric Japan Kazakhstan
Quality-of-life score 96/100 88/100
Life expectancy 84 yrs 75 yrs
Safety · homicide /100k 0.2 2.6
Internet users 86% 93%
Frequently asked
Is Japan more expensive than Kazakhstan?
Japan is more expensive: about 45% pricier than Kazakhstan overall.
What would a $100,000 lifestyle cost in Kazakhstan?
Living the way $100,000 buys in Japan would cost roughly $55,500 in Kazakhstan, based on overall price levels.
Which has the better quality of life, Japan or Kazakhstan?
Japan scores higher, 96 vs 88 out of 100.
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