City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs Salzburg — 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.
Salzburg
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 44.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Salzburg.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Salzburg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $708 | +$184 |
| Groceries | $208 | $330 | $122 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $163 | $28 |
| Transportation | $34 | $42 | $8 |
| Utilities | $98 | $152 | $54 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $105 | +$28 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
Salzburg equivalent
$1,538
per month
You'd need $1,538/mo in Salzburg 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 Salzburg on $1,500/month?
In Salzburg, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $708 rent, $330 groceries, $163 dining.
Is Lisbon or Salzburg cheaper?
Lisbon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Salzburg 44.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in Salzburg?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$1,538/mo in Salzburg using COL adjustment.