City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Jeddah vs Bangkok — 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.
Bangkok
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 33.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Bangkok.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Jeddah | Bangkok | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $601 | $725 | $124 |
| Groceries | $428 | $409 | +$19 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $93 | +$130 |
| Transportation | $45 | $45 | $0 |
| Utilities | $113 | $120 | $7 |
| Other / Misc | $90 | $108 | $18 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Jeddah
$1,500
per month
Bangkok equivalent
$1,850
per month
You'd need $1,850/mo in Bangkok to match $1,500/mo in Jeddah.
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 Bangkok on $1,500/month?
In Bangkok, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $725 rent, $409 groceries, $93 dining.
Is Jeddah or Bangkok cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Jeddah 27 vs Bangkok 33.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Jeddah worth in Bangkok?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Jeddah equals ~$1,850/mo in Bangkok using COL adjustment.