City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Jeddah vs Ankara — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Jeddah
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Jeddah.
Ankara
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 21.2 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Ankara.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Jeddah | Ankara | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $601 | $623 | $22 |
| Groceries | $428 | $425 | +$3 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $215 | +$8 |
| Transportation | $45 | $42 | +$3 |
| Utilities | $113 | $102 | +$11 |
| Other / Misc | $90 | $93 | $3 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Jeddah
$1,500
per month
Ankara equivalent
$1,178
per month
Only $1,178/mo in Ankara matches $1,500/mo in Jeddah — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Jeddah on $1,500/month?
Living in Jeddah on $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Budget allocates ~$601 to rent, $428 to groceries, $223 to dining.
Can I live in Ankara on $1,500/month?
In Ankara, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $623 rent, $425 groceries, $215 dining.
Is Jeddah or Ankara cheaper?
Ankara is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Jeddah 27 vs Ankara 21.2 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Jeddah worth in Ankara?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Jeddah equals ~$1,178/mo in Ankara using COL adjustment.