City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Riyadh — 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.
Riyadh
Moderate
COL+Rent: 31.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Riyadh.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Riyadh | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $628 | +$135 |
| Groceries | $283 | $408 | $125 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $219 | $44 |
| Transportation | $78 | $43 | +$35 |
| Utilities | $86 | $108 | $22 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $94 | +$21 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Riyadh equivalent
$1,269
per month
Only $1,269/mo in Riyadh matches $1,500/mo in Gothenburg — better value.
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 Riyadh on $1,500/month?
In Riyadh, $1,500/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $628 rent, $408 groceries, $219 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Riyadh cheaper?
Riyadh is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Riyadh 31.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Riyadh?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$1,269/mo in Riyadh using COL adjustment.