City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lisbon vs Graz — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Lisbon
Moderate
COL+Rent: 43.8 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Lisbon.
Graz
Moderate
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Graz.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Graz | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,189 | $906 | +$283 |
| Groceries | $277 | $462 | $185 |
| Dining Out | $180 | $225 | $45 |
| Transportation | $45 | $59 | $14 |
| Utilities | $130 | $212 | $82 |
| Other / Misc | $179 | $136 | +$43 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$2,000
per month
Graz equivalent
$1,799
per month
Only $1,799/mo in Graz matches $2,000/mo in Lisbon — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Lisbon on $2,000/month?
Living in Lisbon on $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$1,189 to rent, $277 to groceries, $180 to dining.
Can I live in Graz on $2,000/month?
In Graz, $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $906 rent, $462 groceries, $225 dining.
Is Lisbon or Graz cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Graz 39.4 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lisbon worth in Graz?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$1,799/mo in Graz using COL adjustment.