City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Brussels vs Graz — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Brussels
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 54.9 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Brussels.
Graz
Moderate
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Graz.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Brussels | Graz | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,119 | $906 | +$213 |
| Groceries | $290 | $462 | $172 |
| Dining Out | $194 | $225 | $31 |
| Transportation | $40 | $59 | $19 |
| Utilities | $189 | $212 | $23 |
| Other / Misc | $168 | $136 | +$32 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Brussels
$2,000
per month
Graz equivalent
$1,435
per month
Only $1,435/mo in Graz matches $2,000/mo in Brussels — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Brussels on $2,000/month?
Living in Brussels on $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$1,119 to rent, $290 to groceries, $194 to dining.
Can I live in Graz on $2,000/month?
In Graz, $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $906 rent, $462 groceries, $225 dining.
Is Brussels or Graz cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Brussels 54.9 vs Graz 39.4 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Brussels worth in Graz?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Brussels equals ~$1,435/mo in Graz using COL adjustment.