City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Lisbon — 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.
Lisbon
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 43.8 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Lisbon.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Lisbon | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $892 | $129 |
| Groceries | $283 | $208 | +$75 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $135 | +$40 |
| Transportation | $78 | $34 | +$44 |
| Utilities | $86 | $98 | $12 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $133 | $18 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Lisbon equivalent
$1,776
per month
You'd need $1,776/mo in Lisbon 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 Lisbon on $1,500/month?
In Lisbon, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $892 rent, $208 groceries, $135 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Lisbon cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Lisbon 43.8 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Lisbon?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$1,776/mo in Lisbon using COL adjustment.