City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $3,000/month?
Brussels vs Gothenburg — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Brussels
Moderate
COL+Rent: 54.9 (NYC=100)
$3,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Brussels.
Gothenburg
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 37 (NYC=100)
$3,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Gothenburg.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Brussels | Gothenburg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,678 | $1,527 | +$151 |
| Groceries | $435 | $566 | $131 |
| Dining Out | $292 | $351 | $59 |
| Transportation | $61 | $157 | $96 |
| Utilities | $283 | $171 | +$112 |
| Other / Misc | $251 | $228 | +$23 |
| Total | $3,000 | $3,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Brussels
$3,000
per month
Gothenburg equivalent
$2,022
per month
Only $2,022/mo in Gothenburg matches $3,000/mo in Brussels — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Brussels on $3,000/month?
Living in Brussels on $3,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$1,678 to rent, $435 to groceries, $292 to dining.
Can I live in Gothenburg on $3,000/month?
In Gothenburg, $3,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $1,527 rent, $566 groceries, $351 dining.
Is Brussels or Gothenburg cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Brussels 54.9 vs Gothenburg 37 (NYC=100).
What is $3,000/mo in Brussels worth in Gothenburg?
$3,000/mo of purchasing power in Brussels equals ~$2,022/mo in Gothenburg using COL adjustment.