City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Vancouver — 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.
Vancouver
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 63.1 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Vancouver.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Vancouver | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $930 | $167 |
| Groceries | $283 | $193 | +$90 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $120 | +$55 |
| Transportation | $78 | $44 | +$34 |
| Utilities | $86 | $75 | +$11 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $138 | $23 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Vancouver equivalent
$2,558
per month
You'd need $2,558/mo in Vancouver 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 Vancouver on $1,500/month?
In Vancouver, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $930 rent, $193 groceries, $120 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Vancouver cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Vancouver 63.1 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Vancouver?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$2,558/mo in Vancouver using COL adjustment.