City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/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)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Bergen.
Graz
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Graz.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Bergen | Graz | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $727 | $680 | +$47 |
| Groceries | $328 | $347 | $19 |
| Dining Out | $179 | $169 | +$10 |
| Transportation | $51 | $44 | +$7 |
| Utilities | $106 | $159 | $53 |
| Other / Misc | $109 | $101 | +$8 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Bergen
$1,500
per month
Graz equivalent
$1,170
per month
Only $1,170/mo in Graz matches $1,500/mo in Bergen — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Bergen on $1,500/month?
Living in Bergen on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$727 to rent, $328 to groceries, $179 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 Bergen or Graz cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Bergen 50.5 vs Graz 39.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Bergen worth in Graz?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Bergen equals ~$1,170/mo in Graz using COL adjustment.