City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Edinburgh vs Graz — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Edinburgh
Moderate
COL+Rent: 40.3 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Edinburgh.
Graz
Moderate
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Graz.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Edinburgh | Graz | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $976 | $906 | +$70 |
| Groceries | $332 | $462 | $130 |
| Dining Out | $254 | $225 | +$29 |
| Transportation | $88 | $59 | +$29 |
| Utilities | $203 | $212 | $9 |
| Other / Misc | $147 | $136 | +$11 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Edinburgh
$2,000
per month
Graz equivalent
$1,955
per month
Only $1,955/mo in Graz matches $2,000/mo in Edinburgh — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Edinburgh on $2,000/month?
Living in Edinburgh on $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$976 to rent, $332 to groceries, $254 to dining.
Can I live in Graz on $2,000/month?
In Graz, $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $906 rent, $462 groceries, $225 dining.
Is Edinburgh or Graz cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Edinburgh 40.3 vs Graz 39.4 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Edinburgh worth in Graz?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Edinburgh equals ~$1,955/mo in Graz using COL adjustment.