City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Montreal — 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.
Montreal
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 44.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Montreal.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Montreal | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $856 | $93 |
| Groceries | $283 | $231 | +$52 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $142 | +$33 |
| Transportation | $78 | $52 | +$26 |
| Utilities | $86 | $90 | $4 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $129 | $14 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Montreal equivalent
$1,804
per month
You'd need $1,804/mo in Montreal 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 Montreal on $1,500/month?
In Montreal, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $856 rent, $231 groceries, $142 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Montreal cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Montreal 44.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Montreal?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$1,804/mo in Montreal using COL adjustment.