City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Buenos Aires vs Gothenburg — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Buenos Aires
Moderate
COL+Rent: 30.7 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Buenos Aires.
Gothenburg
Moderate
COL+Rent: 37 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Gothenburg.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Buenos Aires | Gothenburg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $584 | $763 | $179 |
| Groceries | $407 | $283 | +$124 |
| Dining Out | $280 | $175 | +$105 |
| Transportation | $23 | $78 | $55 |
| Utilities | $118 | $86 | +$32 |
| Other / Misc | $88 | $115 | $27 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Buenos Aires
$1,500
per month
Gothenburg equivalent
$1,808
per month
You'd need $1,808/mo in Gothenburg to match $1,500/mo in Buenos Aires.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Buenos Aires on $1,500/month?
Living in Buenos Aires on $1,500/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$584 to rent, $407 to groceries, $280 to dining.
Can I live in Gothenburg on $1,500/month?
In Gothenburg, $1,500/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $763 rent, $283 groceries, $175 dining.
Is Buenos Aires or Gothenburg cheaper?
Buenos Aires is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Buenos Aires 30.7 vs Gothenburg 37 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Buenos Aires worth in Gothenburg?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Buenos Aires equals ~$1,808/mo in Gothenburg using COL adjustment.