City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Graz vs Wellington — 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.
Wellington
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 50.9 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Wellington.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Graz | Wellington | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $906 | $1,107 | $201 |
| Groceries | $462 | $337 | +$125 |
| Dining Out | $225 | $180 | +$45 |
| Transportation | $59 | $93 | $34 |
| Utilities | $212 | $118 | +$94 |
| Other / Misc | $136 | $165 | $29 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Graz
$2,000
per month
Wellington equivalent
$2,584
per month
You'd need $2,584/mo in Wellington 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 Wellington on $2,000/month?
In Wellington, $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $1,107 rent, $337 groceries, $180 dining.
Is Graz or Wellington cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Graz 39.4 vs Wellington 50.9 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Graz worth in Wellington?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Graz equals ~$2,584/mo in Wellington using COL adjustment.