City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs Bergen — 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.
Bergen
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Bergen.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Bergen | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $727 | +$165 |
| Groceries | $208 | $328 | $120 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $179 | $44 |
| Transportation | $34 | $51 | $17 |
| Utilities | $98 | $106 | $8 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $109 | +$24 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
Bergen equivalent
$1,729
per month
You'd need $1,729/mo in Bergen 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 Bergen on $1,500/month?
In Bergen, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $727 rent, $328 groceries, $179 dining.
Is Lisbon or Bergen cheaper?
Lisbon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Bergen 50.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in Bergen?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$1,729/mo in Bergen using COL adjustment.