City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Bergen vs Krakow — 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.
Krakow
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Krakow.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Bergen | Krakow | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $727 | $682 | +$45 |
| Groceries | $328 | $283 | +$45 |
| Dining Out | $179 | $193 | $14 |
| Transportation | $51 | $38 | +$13 |
| Utilities | $106 | $202 | $96 |
| Other / Misc | $109 | $102 | +$7 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Bergen
$1,500
per month
Krakow equivalent
$814
per month
Only $814/mo in Krakow 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 Krakow on $1,500/month?
In Krakow, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $682 rent, $283 groceries, $193 dining.
Is Bergen or Krakow cheaper?
Krakow is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Bergen 50.5 vs Krakow 27.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Bergen worth in Krakow?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Bergen equals ~$814/mo in Krakow using COL adjustment.