City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Hyderabad — 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.
Hyderabad
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 18.8 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Hyderabad.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Hyderabad | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $753 | +$10 |
| Groceries | $283 | $314 | $31 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $188 | $13 |
| Transportation | $78 | $35 | +$43 |
| Utilities | $86 | $97 | $11 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $113 | +$2 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Hyderabad equivalent
$762
per month
Only $762/mo in Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad on $1,500/month?
In Hyderabad, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $753 rent, $314 groceries, $188 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Hyderabad cheaper?
Hyderabad is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Hyderabad 18.8 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Hyderabad?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$762/mo in Hyderabad using COL adjustment.