City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Calgary — 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.
Calgary
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 47.7 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Calgary.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Calgary | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $857 | $94 |
| Groceries | $283 | $228 | +$55 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $147 | +$28 |
| Transportation | $78 | $51 | +$27 |
| Utilities | $86 | $88 | $2 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $129 | $14 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Calgary equivalent
$1,934
per month
You'd need $1,934/mo in Calgary to match $1,500/mo in Gothenburg.
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 Calgary on $1,500/month?
In Calgary, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $857 rent, $228 groceries, $147 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Calgary cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Calgary 47.7 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Calgary?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$1,934/mo in Calgary using COL adjustment.