City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Graz vs Gothenburg — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Graz
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Graz.
Gothenburg
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 37 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Gothenburg.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Graz | Gothenburg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $453 | $509 | $56 |
| Groceries | $231 | $189 | +$42 |
| Dining Out | $112 | $117 | $5 |
| Transportation | $29 | $52 | $23 |
| Utilities | $106 | $57 | +$49 |
| Other / Misc | $69 | $76 | $7 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Graz
$1,000
per month
Gothenburg equivalent
$939
per month
Only $939/mo in Gothenburg matches $1,000/mo in Graz — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Graz on $1,000/month?
Living in Graz on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$453 to rent, $231 to groceries, $112 to dining.
Can I live in Gothenburg on $1,000/month?
In Gothenburg, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $509 rent, $189 groceries, $117 dining.
Is Graz or Gothenburg cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Graz 39.4 vs Gothenburg 37 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Graz worth in Gothenburg?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Graz equals ~$939/mo in Gothenburg using COL adjustment.