City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Gothenburg vs Antwerp — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Gothenburg
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 37 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Gothenburg.
Antwerp
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 42.2 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Antwerp.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Antwerp | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $509 | $511 | $2 |
| Groceries | $189 | $166 | +$23 |
| Dining Out | $117 | $115 | +$2 |
| Transportation | $52 | $23 | +$29 |
| Utilities | $57 | $108 | $51 |
| Other / Misc | $76 | $77 | $1 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,000
per month
Antwerp equivalent
$1,141
per month
You'd need $1,141/mo in Antwerp to match $1,000/mo in Gothenburg.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Gothenburg on $1,000/month?
Living in Gothenburg on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$509 to rent, $189 to groceries, $117 to dining.
Can I live in Antwerp on $1,000/month?
In Antwerp, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $511 rent, $166 groceries, $115 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Antwerp cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Antwerp 42.2 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Gothenburg worth in Antwerp?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$1,141/mo in Antwerp using COL adjustment.