City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Amsterdam vs Graz — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Amsterdam
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 65.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Amsterdam.
Graz
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Graz.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Amsterdam | Graz | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $930 | $680 | +$250 |
| Groceries | $168 | $347 | $179 |
| Dining Out | $119 | $169 | $50 |
| Transportation | $49 | $44 | +$5 |
| Utilities | $94 | $159 | $65 |
| Other / Misc | $140 | $101 | +$39 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Amsterdam
$1,500
per month
Graz equivalent
$902
per month
Only $902/mo in Graz matches $1,500/mo in Amsterdam — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Amsterdam on $1,500/month?
Living in Amsterdam on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$930 to rent, $168 to groceries, $119 to dining.
Can I live in Graz on $1,500/month?
In Graz, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $680 rent, $347 groceries, $169 dining.
Is Amsterdam or Graz cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Amsterdam 65.5 vs Graz 39.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Amsterdam worth in Graz?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Amsterdam equals ~$902/mo in Graz using COL adjustment.