City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Graz vs Brussels — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Graz
Moderate
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Graz.
Brussels
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 54.9 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Brussels.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Graz | Brussels | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $906 | $1,119 | $213 |
| Groceries | $462 | $290 | +$172 |
| Dining Out | $225 | $194 | +$31 |
| Transportation | $59 | $40 | +$19 |
| Utilities | $212 | $189 | +$23 |
| Other / Misc | $136 | $168 | $32 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Graz
$2,000
per month
Brussels equivalent
$2,787
per month
You'd need $2,787/mo in Brussels to match $2,000/mo in Graz.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Graz on $2,000/month?
Living in Graz on $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$906 to rent, $462 to groceries, $225 to dining.
Can I live in Brussels on $2,000/month?
In Brussels, $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $1,119 rent, $290 groceries, $194 dining.
Is Graz or Brussels cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Graz 39.4 vs Brussels 54.9 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Graz worth in Brussels?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Graz equals ~$2,787/mo in Brussels using COL adjustment.