City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Jeddah vs Malmö — 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.
Malmö
Moderate
COL+Rent: 35.1 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Malmö.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Jeddah | Malmö | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $601 | $754 | $153 |
| Groceries | $428 | $291 | +$137 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $174 | +$49 |
| Transportation | $45 | $79 | $34 |
| Utilities | $113 | $88 | +$25 |
| Other / Misc | $90 | $114 | $24 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Jeddah
$1,500
per month
Malmö equivalent
$1,950
per month
You'd need $1,950/mo in Malmö 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 Malmö on $1,500/month?
In Malmö, $1,500/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $754 rent, $291 groceries, $174 dining.
Is Jeddah or Malmö cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Jeddah 27 vs Malmö 35.1 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Jeddah worth in Malmö?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Jeddah equals ~$1,950/mo in Malmö using COL adjustment.