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Kyoto vs Washington DC

Home Price & Cost of Living Comparison

Live DataLast updated: March 31, 2026ยทSource: OECD, Numbeo & National Statistics

๐Ÿ’ก Why it matters: Kyoto vs Washington DC

Kyoto is 48% more affordable for homebuyers. Kyoto has a price-to-income ratio of 8.2x compared to 7.8x in Washington DC.

MetricKyotoWashington DC
Avg Home Price$320,000$620,000
Price / sqm$5,800$7,500
Rent (1BR)$750/mo$2,200/mo
Rent (3BR)$1,300/mo$3,500/mo
Price-to-Income8.2x7.8x
Mortgage Rate1.5%6.8%
1yr Change+4.8%+2.2%
Median Income$39,000/yr$80,000/yr
Population1,500,000690,000
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โœ“ OECD, Numbeo & National Statisticsโœ“ Updated 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kyoto or Washington DC more expensive?
Kyoto is more affordable. Home prices differ by $300,000 (48%).
Which city has cheaper rent, Kyoto or Washington DC?
Rent for a 1BR in Kyoto is $750/mo vs $2,200/mo in Washington DC.

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