City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Jeddah vs Manila — 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.
Manila
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 21.8 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Manila.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Jeddah | Manila | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $601 | $609 | $8 |
| Groceries | $428 | $461 | $33 |
| Dining Out | $223 | $144 | +$79 |
| Transportation | $45 | $22 | +$23 |
| Utilities | $113 | $172 | $59 |
| Other / Misc | $90 | $92 | $2 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Jeddah
$1,500
per month
Manila equivalent
$1,211
per month
Only $1,211/mo in Manila 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 Manila on $1,500/month?
In Manila, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $609 rent, $461 groceries, $144 dining.
Is Jeddah or Manila cheaper?
Manila is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Jeddah 27 vs Manila 21.8 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Jeddah worth in Manila?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Jeddah equals ~$1,211/mo in Manila using COL adjustment.