City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Cebu — 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.
Cebu
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 15.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Cebu.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Cebu | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $511 | +$252 |
| Groceries | $283 | $538 | $255 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $149 | +$26 |
| Transportation | $78 | $25 | +$53 |
| Utilities | $86 | $201 | $115 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $76 | +$39 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Cebu equivalent
$628
per month
Only $628/mo in Cebu 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 Cebu on $1,500/month?
In Cebu, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $511 rent, $538 groceries, $149 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Cebu cheaper?
Cebu is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Cebu 15.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Cebu?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$628/mo in Cebu using COL adjustment.