City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Gothenburg vs Davao — 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.
Davao
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 14 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Davao.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Davao | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $509 | $321 | +$188 |
| Groceries | $189 | $366 | $177 |
| Dining Out | $117 | $110 | +$7 |
| Transportation | $52 | $18 | +$34 |
| Utilities | $57 | $137 | $80 |
| Other / Misc | $76 | $48 | +$28 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,000
per month
Davao equivalent
$378
per month
Only $378/mo in Davao matches $1,000/mo in Gothenburg — better value.
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 Davao on $1,000/month?
In Davao, $1,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $321 rent, $366 groceries, $110 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Davao cheaper?
Davao is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Davao 14 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Gothenburg worth in Davao?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$378/mo in Davao using COL adjustment.