City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Bali — 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.
Bali
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 16 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Bali.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Bali | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $692 | +$71 |
| Groceries | $283 | $470 | $187 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $99 | +$76 |
| Transportation | $78 | $28 | +$50 |
| Utilities | $86 | $108 | $22 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $103 | +$12 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Bali equivalent
$649
per month
Only $649/mo in Bali 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 Bali on $1,500/month?
In Bali, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $692 rent, $470 groceries, $99 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Bali cheaper?
Bali is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Bali 16 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Bali?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$649/mo in Bali using COL adjustment.