City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Florence vs Jeddah — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Florence
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 45.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Florence.
Jeddah
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Jeddah.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Florence | Jeddah | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $821 | $601 | +$220 |
| Groceries | $231 | $428 | $197 |
| Dining Out | $151 | $223 | $72 |
| Transportation | $26 | $45 | $19 |
| Utilities | $148 | $113 | +$35 |
| Other / Misc | $123 | $90 | +$33 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Florence
$1,500
per month
Jeddah equivalent
$894
per month
Only $894/mo in Jeddah matches $1,500/mo in Florence — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Florence on $1,500/month?
Living in Florence on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$821 to rent, $231 to groceries, $151 to dining.
Can I live in Jeddah on $1,500/month?
In Jeddah, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $601 rent, $428 groceries, $223 dining.
Is Florence or Jeddah cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Florence 45.3 vs Jeddah 27 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Florence worth in Jeddah?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Florence equals ~$894/mo in Jeddah using COL adjustment.