City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Jeddah — 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.
Jeddah
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Jeddah.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Jeddah | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $601 | +$162 |
| Groceries | $283 | $428 | $145 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $223 | $48 |
| Transportation | $78 | $45 | +$33 |
| Utilities | $86 | $113 | $27 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $90 | +$25 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Jeddah equivalent
$1,095
per month
Only $1,095/mo in Jeddah 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 Jeddah on $1,500/month?
In Jeddah, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $601 rent, $428 groceries, $223 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Jeddah cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Jeddah 27 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Jeddah?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$1,095/mo in Jeddah using COL adjustment.