City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Brussels vs Perth — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Brussels
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 54.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Brussels.
Perth
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 55.7 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Perth.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Brussels | Perth | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $839 | $858 | $19 |
| Groceries | $217 | $230 | $13 |
| Dining Out | $146 | $148 | $2 |
| Transportation | $30 | $54 | $24 |
| Utilities | $142 | $82 | +$60 |
| Other / Misc | $126 | $128 | $2 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Brussels
$1,500
per month
Perth equivalent
$1,522
per month
You'd need $1,522/mo in Perth to match $1,500/mo in Brussels.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Brussels on $1,500/month?
Living in Brussels on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$839 to rent, $217 to groceries, $146 to dining.
Can I live in Perth on $1,500/month?
In Perth, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $858 rent, $230 groceries, $148 dining.
Is Brussels or Perth cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Brussels 54.9 vs Perth 55.7 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Brussels worth in Perth?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Brussels equals ~$1,522/mo in Perth using COL adjustment.