City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Bergen vs London — 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.
London
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in London.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Bergen | London | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $485 | $604 | $119 |
| Groceries | $219 | $114 | +$105 |
| Dining Out | $120 | $91 | +$29 |
| Transportation | $34 | $31 | +$3 |
| Utilities | $71 | $70 | +$1 |
| Other / Misc | $71 | $90 | $19 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Bergen
$1,000
per month
London equivalent
$1,444
per month
You'd need $1,444/mo in London to match $1,000/mo in Bergen.
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 London on $1,000/month?
In London, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $604 rent, $114 groceries, $91 dining.
Is Bergen or London cheaper?
Bergen is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Bergen 50.5 vs London 72.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Bergen worth in London?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Bergen equals ~$1,444/mo in London using COL adjustment.