City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Gothenburg vs Vienna — 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.
Vienna
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 55.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Vienna.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Gothenburg | Vienna | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $763 | $760 | +$3 |
| Groceries | $283 | $301 | $18 |
| Dining Out | $175 | $148 | +$27 |
| Transportation | $78 | $38 | +$40 |
| Utilities | $86 | $138 | $52 |
| Other / Misc | $115 | $115 | $0 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Gothenburg
$1,500
per month
Vienna equivalent
$2,242
per month
You'd need $2,242/mo in Vienna 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 Vienna on $1,500/month?
In Vienna, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $760 rent, $301 groceries, $148 dining.
Is Gothenburg or Vienna cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Gothenburg 37 vs Vienna 55.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Gothenburg worth in Vienna?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Gothenburg equals ~$2,242/mo in Vienna using COL adjustment.