City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/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)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Bergen.
Stockholm
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 51 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Stockholm.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Bergen | Stockholm | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $727 | $872 | $145 |
| Groceries | $328 | $228 | +$100 |
| Dining Out | $179 | $137 | +$42 |
| Transportation | $51 | $63 | $12 |
| Utilities | $106 | $69 | +$37 |
| Other / Misc | $109 | $131 | $22 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Bergen
$1,500
per month
Stockholm equivalent
$1,515
per month
You'd need $1,515/mo in Stockholm to match $1,500/mo in Bergen.
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 Stockholm on $1,500/month?
In Stockholm, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $872 rent, $228 groceries, $137 dining.
Is Bergen or Stockholm cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Bergen 50.5 vs Stockholm 51 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Bergen worth in Stockholm?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Bergen equals ~$1,515/mo in Stockholm using COL adjustment.