City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lisbon vs Graz — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Lisbon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 43.8 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lisbon.
Graz
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Graz.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Graz | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $595 | $453 | +$142 |
| Groceries | $139 | $231 | $92 |
| Dining Out | $90 | $112 | $22 |
| Transportation | $23 | $29 | $6 |
| Utilities | $65 | $106 | $41 |
| Other / Misc | $88 | $69 | +$19 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,000
per month
Graz equivalent
$900
per month
Only $900/mo in Graz matches $1,000/mo in Lisbon — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Lisbon on $1,000/month?
Living in Lisbon on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$595 to rent, $139 to groceries, $90 to dining.
Can I live in Graz on $1,000/month?
In Graz, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $453 rent, $231 groceries, $112 dining.
Is Lisbon or Graz cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Graz 39.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lisbon worth in Graz?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$900/mo in Graz using COL adjustment.