City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs Stockholm — 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.
Stockholm
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 51 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Stockholm.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Stockholm | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $872 | +$20 |
| Groceries | $208 | $228 | $20 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $137 | $2 |
| Transportation | $34 | $63 | $29 |
| Utilities | $98 | $69 | +$29 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $131 | +$2 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
Stockholm equivalent
$1,747
per month
You'd need $1,747/mo in Stockholm 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 Stockholm on $1,500/month?
In Stockholm, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $872 rent, $228 groceries, $137 dining.
Is Lisbon or Stockholm cheaper?
Lisbon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Stockholm 51 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in Stockholm?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$1,747/mo in Stockholm using COL adjustment.