City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Gothenburg vs Brussels — 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.
Brussels
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 54.9 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Brussels.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Brussels | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $509 | $559 | $50 |
| Groceries | $189 | $145 | +$44 |
| Dining Out | $117 | $97 | +$20 |
| Transportation | $52 | $20 | +$32 |
| Utilities | $57 | $94 | $37 |
| Other / Misc | $76 | $85 | $9 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,000
per month
Brussels equivalent
$1,484
per month
You'd need $1,484/mo in Brussels 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 Brussels on $1,000/month?
In Brussels, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $559 rent, $145 groceries, $97 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Brussels cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Brussels 54.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Gothenburg worth in Brussels?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$1,484/mo in Brussels using COL adjustment.