City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs Aarhus — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Lisbon
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 43.8 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Lisbon.
Aarhus
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 45.1 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Aarhus.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Aarhus | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $695 | +$197 |
| Groceries | $208 | $309 | $101 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $229 | $94 |
| Transportation | $34 | $40 | $6 |
| Utilities | $98 | $123 | $25 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $104 | +$29 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
Aarhus equivalent
$1,545
per month
You'd need $1,545/mo in Aarhus to match $1,500/mo in Lisbon.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Lisbon on $1,500/month?
Living in Lisbon on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$892 to rent, $208 to groceries, $135 to dining.
Can I live in Aarhus on $1,500/month?
In Aarhus, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $695 rent, $309 groceries, $229 dining.
Is Lisbon or Aarhus cheaper?
Lisbon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Aarhus 45.1 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in Aarhus?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$1,545/mo in Aarhus using COL adjustment.