City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Gothenburg vs Marseille — 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.
Marseille
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 38.4 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Marseille.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Marseille | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $509 | $485 | +$24 |
| Groceries | $189 | $195 | $6 |
| Dining Out | $117 | $112 | +$5 |
| Transportation | $52 | $41 | +$11 |
| Utilities | $57 | $94 | $37 |
| Other / Misc | $76 | $73 | +$3 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,000
per month
Marseille equivalent
$1,038
per month
You'd need $1,038/mo in Marseille to match $1,000/mo in Gothenburg.
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 Marseille on $1,000/month?
In Marseille, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $485 rent, $195 groceries, $112 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Marseille cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Marseille 38.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Gothenburg worth in Marseille?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$1,038/mo in Marseille using COL adjustment.