City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs Bali — 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.
Bali
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 16 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Bali.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Bali | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $692 | +$200 |
| Groceries | $208 | $470 | $262 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $99 | +$36 |
| Transportation | $34 | $28 | +$6 |
| Utilities | $98 | $108 | $10 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $103 | +$30 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
Bali equivalent
$548
per month
Only $548/mo in Bali matches $1,500/mo in Lisbon — better value.
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 Bali on $1,500/month?
In Bali, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $692 rent, $470 groceries, $99 dining.
Is Lisbon or Bali cheaper?
Bali is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Bali 16 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in Bali?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$548/mo in Bali using COL adjustment.