City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Milan — 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.
Milan
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 57 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Milan.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Milan | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $861 | $98 |
| Groceries | $283 | $209 | +$74 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $142 | +$33 |
| Transportation | $78 | $24 | +$54 |
| Utilities | $86 | $135 | $49 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $129 | $14 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Milan equivalent
$2,311
per month
You'd need $2,311/mo in Milan 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 Milan on $1,500/month?
In Milan, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $861 rent, $209 groceries, $142 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Milan cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Milan 57 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Milan?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$2,311/mo in Milan using COL adjustment.