City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Gothenburg vs Krakow — 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.
Krakow
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 27.4 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo barely covers basics in Krakow.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Krakow | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $509 | $454 | +$55 |
| Groceries | $189 | $189 | $0 |
| Dining Out | $117 | $129 | $12 |
| Transportation | $52 | $25 | +$27 |
| Utilities | $57 | $134 | $77 |
| Other / Misc | $76 | $69 | +$7 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,000
per month
Krakow equivalent
$741
per month
Only $741/mo in Krakow 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 Krakow on $1,000/month?
In Krakow, $1,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $454 rent, $189 groceries, $129 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Krakow cheaper?
Krakow is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Krakow 27.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Gothenburg worth in Krakow?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$741/mo in Krakow using COL adjustment.