City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Graz vs Wellington — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Graz
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Graz.
Wellington
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Wellington.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Graz | Wellington | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $680 | $830 | $150 |
| Groceries | $347 | $253 | +$94 |
| Dining Out | $169 | $135 | +$34 |
| Transportation | $44 | $69 | $25 |
| Utilities | $159 | $88 | +$71 |
| Other / Misc | $101 | $125 | $24 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Graz
$1,500
per month
Wellington equivalent
$1,938
per month
You'd need $1,938/mo in Wellington to match $1,500/mo in Graz.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Graz on $1,500/month?
Living in Graz on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$680 to rent, $347 to groceries, $169 to dining.
Can I live in Wellington on $1,500/month?
In Wellington, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $830 rent, $253 groceries, $135 dining.
Is Graz or Wellington cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Graz 39.4 vs Wellington 50.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Graz worth in Wellington?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Graz equals ~$1,938/mo in Wellington using COL adjustment.