City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Brussels vs Perth — 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.
Perth
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 55.7 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Perth.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Brussels | Perth | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,119 | $1,144 | $25 |
| Groceries | $290 | $307 | $17 |
| Dining Out | $194 | $197 | $3 |
| Transportation | $40 | $72 | $32 |
| Utilities | $189 | $109 | +$80 |
| Other / Misc | $168 | $171 | $3 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Brussels
$2,000
per month
Perth equivalent
$2,029
per month
You'd need $2,029/mo in Perth to match $2,000/mo in Brussels.
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 Perth on $2,000/month?
In Perth, $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $1,144 rent, $307 groceries, $197 dining.
Is Brussels or Perth cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Brussels 54.9 vs Perth 55.7 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Brussels worth in Perth?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Brussels equals ~$2,029/mo in Perth using COL adjustment.