City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Gothenburg vs Surabaya — 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.
Surabaya
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 13.8 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Surabaya.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Surabaya | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $509 | $437 | +$72 |
| Groceries | $189 | $343 | $154 |
| Dining Out | $117 | $54 | +$63 |
| Transportation | $52 | $20 | +$32 |
| Utilities | $57 | $79 | $22 |
| Other / Misc | $76 | $67 | +$9 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,000
per month
Surabaya equivalent
$373
per month
Only $373/mo in Surabaya matches $1,000/mo in Gothenburg — better value.
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 Surabaya on $1,000/month?
In Surabaya, $1,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $437 rent, $343 groceries, $54 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Surabaya cheaper?
Surabaya is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Surabaya 13.8 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Gothenburg worth in Surabaya?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$373/mo in Surabaya using COL adjustment.