City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Jeddah vs Cebu — 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.
Cebu
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 15.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Cebu.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Jeddah | Cebu | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $601 | $511 | +$90 |
| Groceries | $428 | $538 | $110 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $149 | +$74 |
| Transportation | $45 | $25 | +$20 |
| Utilities | $113 | $201 | $88 |
| Other / Misc | $90 | $76 | +$14 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Jeddah
$1,500
per month
Cebu equivalent
$861
per month
Only $861/mo in Cebu 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 Cebu on $1,500/month?
In Cebu, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $511 rent, $538 groceries, $149 dining.
Is Jeddah or Cebu cheaper?
Cebu is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Jeddah 27 vs Cebu 15.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Jeddah worth in Cebu?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Jeddah equals ~$861/mo in Cebu using COL adjustment.