City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Hanoi — 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.
Hanoi
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 18 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Hanoi.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Hanoi | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $701 | +$62 |
| Groceries | $283 | $462 | $179 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $93 | +$82 |
| Transportation | $78 | $15 | +$63 |
| Utilities | $86 | $124 | $38 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $105 | +$10 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Hanoi equivalent
$730
per month
Only $730/mo in Hanoi 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 Hanoi on $1,500/month?
In Hanoi, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $701 rent, $462 groceries, $93 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Hanoi cheaper?
Hanoi is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Hanoi 18 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Hanoi?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$730/mo in Hanoi using COL adjustment.