City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Ankara — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Gothenburg
Moderate
COL+Rent: 37 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Gothenburg.
Ankara
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 21.2 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Ankara.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Ankara | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $623 | +$140 |
| Groceries | $283 | $425 | $142 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $215 | $40 |
| Transportation | $78 | $42 | +$36 |
| Utilities | $86 | $102 | $16 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $93 | +$22 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Ankara equivalent
$859
per month
Only $859/mo in Ankara matches $1,500/mo in Gothenburg — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Gothenburg on $1,500/month?
Living in Gothenburg on $1,500/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$763 to rent, $283 to groceries, $175 to dining.
Can I live in Ankara on $1,500/month?
In Ankara, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $623 rent, $425 groceries, $215 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Ankara cheaper?
Ankara is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Ankara 21.2 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Ankara?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$859/mo in Ankara using COL adjustment.