City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Gothenburg vs Medellín — 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.
Medellín
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 19.1 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Medellín.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Medellín | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $509 | $411 | +$98 |
| Groceries | $189 | $297 | $108 |
| Dining Out | $117 | $126 | $9 |
| Transportation | $52 | $40 | +$12 |
| Utilities | $57 | $64 | $7 |
| Other / Misc | $76 | $62 | +$14 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,000
per month
Medellín equivalent
$516
per month
Only $516/mo in Medellín 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 Medellín on $1,000/month?
In Medellín, $1,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $411 rent, $297 groceries, $126 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Medellín cheaper?
Medellín is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Medellín 19.1 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Gothenburg worth in Medellín?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$516/mo in Medellín using COL adjustment.