City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Bergen vs Graz — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Bergen
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.5 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Bergen.
Graz
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Graz.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Bergen | Graz | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $485 | $453 | +$32 |
| Groceries | $219 | $231 | $12 |
| Dining Out | $120 | $112 | +$8 |
| Transportation | $34 | $29 | +$5 |
| Utilities | $71 | $106 | $35 |
| Other / Misc | $71 | $69 | +$2 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Bergen
$1,000
per month
Graz equivalent
$780
per month
Only $780/mo in Graz matches $1,000/mo in Bergen — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Bergen on $1,000/month?
Living in Bergen on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$485 to rent, $219 to groceries, $120 to dining.
Can I live in Graz on $1,000/month?
In Graz, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $453 rent, $231 groceries, $112 dining.
Is Bergen or Graz cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Bergen 50.5 vs Graz 39.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Bergen worth in Graz?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Bergen equals ~$780/mo in Graz using COL adjustment.