City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs Geneva — 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.
Geneva
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 89.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Geneva.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Geneva | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $841 | +$51 |
| Groceries | $208 | $262 | $54 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $154 | $19 |
| Transportation | $34 | $33 | +$1 |
| Utilities | $98 | $84 | +$14 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $126 | +$7 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
Geneva equivalent
$3,062
per month
You'd need $3,062/mo in Geneva 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 Geneva on $1,500/month?
In Geneva, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $841 rent, $262 groceries, $154 dining.
Is Lisbon or Geneva cheaper?
Lisbon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Geneva 89.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in Geneva?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$3,062/mo in Geneva using COL adjustment.