City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs Miami — 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.
Miami
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 60.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Miami.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Miami | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $912 | $20 |
| Groceries | $208 | $204 | +$4 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $129 | +$6 |
| Transportation | $34 | $36 | $2 |
| Utilities | $98 | $82 | +$16 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $137 | $4 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
Miami equivalent
$2,072
per month
You'd need $2,072/mo in Miami 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 Miami on $1,500/month?
In Miami, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $912 rent, $204 groceries, $129 dining.
Is Lisbon or Miami cheaper?
Lisbon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Miami 60.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in Miami?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$2,072/mo in Miami using COL adjustment.