City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Jeddah vs Gothenburg — 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.
Gothenburg
Moderate
COL+Rent: 37 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Gothenburg.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Jeddah | Gothenburg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $601 | $763 | $162 |
| Groceries | $428 | $283 | +$145 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $175 | +$48 |
| Transportation | $45 | $78 | $33 |
| Utilities | $113 | $86 | +$27 |
| Other / Misc | $90 | $115 | $25 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Jeddah
$1,500
per month
Gothenburg equivalent
$2,056
per month
You'd need $2,056/mo in Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg on $1,500/month?
In Gothenburg, $1,500/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $763 rent, $283 groceries, $175 dining.
Is Jeddah or Gothenburg cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Jeddah 27 vs Gothenburg 37 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Jeddah worth in Gothenburg?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Jeddah equals ~$2,056/mo in Gothenburg using COL adjustment.