City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Jeddah vs Gothenburg — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Jeddah
Moderate
COL+Rent: 27 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Jeddah.
Gothenburg
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 37 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Gothenburg.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Jeddah | Gothenburg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $400 | $509 | $109 |
| Groceries | $285 | $189 | +$96 |
| Dining Out | $149 | $117 | +$32 |
| Transportation | $30 | $52 | $22 |
| Utilities | $75 | $57 | +$18 |
| Other / Misc | $61 | $76 | $15 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Jeddah
$1,000
per month
Gothenburg equivalent
$1,370
per month
You'd need $1,370/mo in Gothenburg to match $1,000/mo in Jeddah.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Jeddah on $1,000/month?
Living in Jeddah on $1,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$400 to rent, $285 to groceries, $149 to dining.
Can I live in Gothenburg on $1,000/month?
In Gothenburg, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $509 rent, $189 groceries, $117 dining.
Is Jeddah or Gothenburg cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Jeddah 27 vs Gothenburg 37 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Jeddah worth in Gothenburg?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Jeddah equals ~$1,370/mo in Gothenburg using COL adjustment.