City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Jeddah vs Davao — 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.
Davao
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 14 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Davao.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Jeddah | Davao | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $601 | $482 | +$119 |
| Groceries | $428 | $548 | $120 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $165 | +$58 |
| Transportation | $45 | $27 | +$18 |
| Utilities | $113 | $206 | $93 |
| Other / Misc | $90 | $72 | +$18 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Jeddah
$1,500
per month
Davao equivalent
$778
per month
Only $778/mo in Davao 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 Davao on $1,500/month?
In Davao, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $482 rent, $548 groceries, $165 dining.
Is Jeddah or Davao cheaper?
Davao is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Jeddah 27 vs Davao 14 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Jeddah worth in Davao?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Jeddah equals ~$778/mo in Davao using COL adjustment.