City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Antwerp vs London — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Antwerp
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 42.2 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Antwerp.
London
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in London.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Antwerp | London | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $767 | $906 | $139 |
| Groceries | $249 | $171 | +$78 |
| Dining Out | $173 | $136 | +$37 |
| Transportation | $35 | $46 | $11 |
| Utilities | $162 | $105 | +$57 |
| Other / Misc | $114 | $136 | $22 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Antwerp
$1,500
per month
London equivalent
$2,591
per month
You'd need $2,591/mo in London to match $1,500/mo in Antwerp.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Antwerp on $1,500/month?
Living in Antwerp on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$767 to rent, $249 to groceries, $173 to dining.
Can I live in London on $1,500/month?
In London, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $906 rent, $171 groceries, $136 dining.
Is Antwerp or London cheaper?
Antwerp is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Antwerp 42.2 vs London 72.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Antwerp worth in London?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Antwerp equals ~$2,591/mo in London using COL adjustment.