City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs Graz — 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.
Graz
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Graz.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Graz | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $680 | +$212 |
| Groceries | $208 | $347 | $139 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $169 | $34 |
| Transportation | $34 | $44 | $10 |
| Utilities | $98 | $159 | $61 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $101 | +$32 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
Graz equivalent
$1,349
per month
Only $1,349/mo in Graz matches $1,500/mo in Lisbon — better value.
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 Graz on $1,500/month?
In Graz, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $680 rent, $347 groceries, $169 dining.
Is Lisbon or Graz cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Graz 39.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in Graz?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$1,349/mo in Graz using COL adjustment.