City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lisbon vs Antwerp — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Lisbon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 43.8 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lisbon.
Antwerp
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 42.2 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Antwerp.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Antwerp | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $595 | $511 | +$84 |
| Groceries | $139 | $166 | $27 |
| Dining Out | $90 | $115 | $25 |
| Transportation | $23 | $23 | $0 |
| Utilities | $65 | $108 | $43 |
| Other / Misc | $88 | $77 | +$11 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,000
per month
Antwerp equivalent
$963
per month
Only $963/mo in Antwerp matches $1,000/mo in Lisbon — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Lisbon on $1,000/month?
Living in Lisbon on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$595 to rent, $139 to groceries, $90 to dining.
Can I live in Antwerp on $1,000/month?
In Antwerp, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $511 rent, $166 groceries, $115 dining.
Is Lisbon or Antwerp cheaper?
Antwerp is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Antwerp 42.2 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lisbon worth in Antwerp?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$963/mo in Antwerp using COL adjustment.