City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Gothenburg vs New York — 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.
New York
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 82.5 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in New York.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | New York | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $509 | $628 | $119 |
| Groceries | $189 | $125 | +$64 |
| Dining Out | $117 | $80 | +$37 |
| Transportation | $52 | $22 | +$30 |
| Utilities | $57 | $51 | +$6 |
| Other / Misc | $76 | $94 | $18 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,000
per month
New York equivalent
$2,230
per month
You'd need $2,230/mo in New York 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 New York on $1,000/month?
In New York, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $628 rent, $125 groceries, $80 dining.
Is Gothenburg or New York cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs New York 82.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Gothenburg worth in New York?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$2,230/mo in New York using COL adjustment.