City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs Galway — 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.
Galway
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 47.1 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Galway.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Galway | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $888 | +$4 |
| Groceries | $208 | $193 | +$15 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $131 | +$4 |
| Transportation | $34 | $52 | $18 |
| Utilities | $98 | $103 | $5 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $133 | $0 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
Galway equivalent
$1,613
per month
You'd need $1,613/mo in Galway 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 Galway on $1,500/month?
In Galway, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $888 rent, $193 groceries, $131 dining.
Is Lisbon or Galway cheaper?
Lisbon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Galway 47.1 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in Galway?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$1,613/mo in Galway using COL adjustment.