City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Bergen vs Stockholm — 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.
Stockholm
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 51 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Stockholm.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Bergen | Stockholm | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $485 | $581 | $96 |
| Groceries | $219 | $152 | +$67 |
| Dining Out | $120 | $92 | +$28 |
| Transportation | $34 | $42 | $8 |
| Utilities | $71 | $46 | +$25 |
| Other / Misc | $71 | $87 | $16 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Bergen
$1,000
per month
Stockholm equivalent
$1,010
per month
You'd need $1,010/mo in Stockholm 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 Stockholm on $1,000/month?
In Stockholm, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $581 rent, $152 groceries, $92 dining.
Is Bergen or Stockholm cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Bergen 50.5 vs Stockholm 51 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Bergen worth in Stockholm?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Bergen equals ~$1,010/mo in Stockholm using COL adjustment.