City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs Copenhagen — 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.
Copenhagen
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 66.1 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Copenhagen.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Copenhagen | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $803 | +$89 |
| Groceries | $208 | $255 | $47 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $186 | $51 |
| Transportation | $34 | $33 | +$1 |
| Utilities | $98 | $102 | $4 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $121 | +$12 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
Copenhagen equivalent
$2,264
per month
You'd need $2,264/mo in Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen on $1,500/month?
In Copenhagen, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $803 rent, $255 groceries, $186 dining.
Is Lisbon or Copenhagen cheaper?
Lisbon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Copenhagen 66.1 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in Copenhagen?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$2,264/mo in Copenhagen using COL adjustment.