City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Dublin — 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.
Dublin
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 77.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Dublin.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Dublin | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $984 | $221 |
| Groceries | $283 | $148 | +$135 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $101 | +$74 |
| Transportation | $78 | $40 | +$38 |
| Utilities | $86 | $79 | +$7 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $148 | $33 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Dublin equivalent
$3,142
per month
You'd need $3,142/mo in Dublin 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 Dublin on $1,500/month?
In Dublin, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $984 rent, $148 groceries, $101 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Dublin cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Dublin 77.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Dublin?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$3,142/mo in Dublin using COL adjustment.