City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Dublin vs Surabaya — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Dublin
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 77.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Dublin.
Surabaya
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 13.8 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Surabaya.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Dublin | Surabaya | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $984 | $656 | +$328 |
| Groceries | $148 | $515 | $367 |
| Dining Out | $101 | $81 | +$20 |
| Transportation | $40 | $31 | +$9 |
| Utilities | $79 | $119 | $40 |
| Other / Misc | $148 | $98 | +$50 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Dublin
$1,500
per month
Surabaya equivalent
$267
per month
Only $267/mo in Surabaya matches $1,500/mo in Dublin — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Dublin on $1,500/month?
Living in Dublin on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$984 to rent, $148 to groceries, $101 to dining.
Can I live in Surabaya on $1,500/month?
In Surabaya, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $656 rent, $515 groceries, $81 dining.
Is Dublin or Surabaya cheaper?
Surabaya is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Dublin 77.5 vs Surabaya 13.8 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Dublin worth in Surabaya?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Dublin equals ~$267/mo in Surabaya using COL adjustment.