City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Perth — 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.
Perth
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 55.7 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Perth.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Perth | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $858 | $95 |
| Groceries | $283 | $230 | +$53 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $148 | +$27 |
| Transportation | $78 | $54 | +$24 |
| Utilities | $86 | $82 | +$4 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $128 | $13 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Perth equivalent
$2,258
per month
You'd need $2,258/mo in Perth 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 Perth on $1,500/month?
In Perth, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $858 rent, $230 groceries, $148 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Perth cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Perth 55.7 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Perth?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$2,258/mo in Perth using COL adjustment.