City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Graz vs Cebu — 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.
Cebu
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 15.5 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Cebu.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Graz | Cebu | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $906 | $681 | +$225 |
| Groceries | $462 | $718 | $256 |
| Dining Out | $225 | $198 | +$27 |
| Transportation | $59 | $33 | +$26 |
| Utilities | $212 | $268 | $56 |
| Other / Misc | $136 | $102 | +$34 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Graz
$2,000
per month
Cebu equivalent
$787
per month
Only $787/mo in Cebu matches $2,000/mo in Graz — better value.
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 Cebu on $2,000/month?
In Cebu, $2,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $681 rent, $718 groceries, $198 dining.
Is Graz or Cebu cheaper?
Cebu is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Graz 39.4 vs Cebu 15.5 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Graz worth in Cebu?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Graz equals ~$787/mo in Cebu using COL adjustment.