City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Stockholm — 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.
Stockholm
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 51 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Stockholm.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Stockholm | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $872 | $109 |
| Groceries | $283 | $228 | +$55 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $137 | +$38 |
| Transportation | $78 | $63 | +$15 |
| Utilities | $86 | $69 | +$17 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $131 | $16 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Stockholm equivalent
$2,068
per month
You'd need $2,068/mo in Stockholm 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 Stockholm on $1,500/month?
In Stockholm, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $872 rent, $228 groceries, $137 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Stockholm cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Stockholm 51 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Stockholm?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$2,068/mo in Stockholm using COL adjustment.