City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Jeddah vs London — 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.
London
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in London.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Jeddah | London | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $601 | $906 | $305 |
| Groceries | $428 | $171 | +$257 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $136 | +$87 |
| Transportation | $45 | $46 | $1 |
| Utilities | $113 | $105 | +$8 |
| Other / Misc | $90 | $136 | $46 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Jeddah
$1,500
per month
London equivalent
$4,050
per month
You'd need $4,050/mo in London 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 London on $1,500/month?
In London, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $906 rent, $171 groceries, $136 dining.
Is Jeddah or London cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Jeddah 27 vs London 72.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Jeddah worth in London?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Jeddah equals ~$4,050/mo in London using COL adjustment.