City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs Paris — 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.
Paris
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 69.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Paris.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Paris | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $894 | $2 |
| Groceries | $208 | $207 | +$1 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $122 | +$13 |
| Transportation | $34 | $43 | $9 |
| Utilities | $98 | $99 | $1 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $135 | $2 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
Paris equivalent
$2,380
per month
You'd need $2,380/mo in Paris 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 Paris on $1,500/month?
In Paris, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $894 rent, $207 groceries, $122 dining.
Is Lisbon or Paris cheaper?
Lisbon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Paris 69.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in Paris?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$2,380/mo in Paris using COL adjustment.