City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs The Hague — 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.
The Hague
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in The Hague.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | The Hague | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $860 | $97 |
| Groceries | $283 | $199 | +$84 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $142 | +$33 |
| Transportation | $78 | $58 | +$20 |
| Utilities | $86 | $112 | $26 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $129 | $14 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
The Hague equivalent
$2,064
per month
You'd need $2,064/mo in The Hague 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 The Hague on $1,500/month?
In The Hague, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $860 rent, $199 groceries, $142 dining.
Is Gothenburg or The Hague cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs The Hague 50.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in The Hague?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$2,064/mo in The Hague using COL adjustment.