City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Thessaloniki — 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.
Thessaloniki
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27.6 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Thessaloniki.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Thessaloniki | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $475 | +$288 |
| Groceries | $283 | $403 | $120 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $306 | $131 |
| Transportation | $78 | $39 | +$39 |
| Utilities | $86 | $206 | $120 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $71 | +$44 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Thessaloniki equivalent
$1,119
per month
Only $1,119/mo in Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki on $1,500/month?
In Thessaloniki, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $475 rent, $403 groceries, $306 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Thessaloniki cheaper?
Thessaloniki is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Thessaloniki 27.6 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Thessaloniki?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$1,119/mo in Thessaloniki using COL adjustment.