City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Copenhagen vs Gothenburg — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Copenhagen
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 66.1 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Copenhagen.
Gothenburg
Moderate
COL+Rent: 37 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Gothenburg.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Copenhagen | Gothenburg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $803 | $763 | +$40 |
| Groceries | $255 | $283 | $28 |
| Dining Out | $186 | $175 | +$11 |
| Transportation | $33 | $78 | $45 |
| Utilities | $102 | $86 | +$16 |
| Other / Misc | $121 | $115 | +$6 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Copenhagen
$1,500
per month
Gothenburg equivalent
$840
per month
Only $840/mo in Gothenburg matches $1,500/mo in Copenhagen — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Copenhagen on $1,500/month?
Living in Copenhagen on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$803 to rent, $255 to groceries, $186 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 Copenhagen or Gothenburg cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Copenhagen 66.1 vs Gothenburg 37 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Copenhagen worth in Gothenburg?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Copenhagen equals ~$840/mo in Gothenburg using COL adjustment.