City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Bangkok — 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.
Bangkok
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 33.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Bangkok.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Bangkok | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $725 | +$38 |
| Groceries | $283 | $409 | $126 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $93 | +$82 |
| Transportation | $78 | $45 | +$33 |
| Utilities | $86 | $120 | $34 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $108 | +$7 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Bangkok equivalent
$1,350
per month
Only $1,350/mo in Bangkok 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 Bangkok on $1,500/month?
In Bangkok, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $725 rent, $409 groceries, $93 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Bangkok cheaper?
Bangkok is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Bangkok 33.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Bangkok?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$1,350/mo in Bangkok using COL adjustment.