City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Lisbon vs Surabaya — 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.
Surabaya
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 13.8 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Surabaya.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Surabaya | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,189 | $875 | +$314 |
| Groceries | $277 | $687 | $410 |
| Dining Out | $180 | $108 | +$72 |
| Transportation | $45 | $41 | +$4 |
| Utilities | $130 | $158 | $28 |
| Other / Misc | $179 | $131 | +$48 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$2,000
per month
Surabaya equivalent
$630
per month
Only $630/mo in Surabaya 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 Surabaya on $2,000/month?
In Surabaya, $2,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $875 rent, $687 groceries, $108 dining.
Is Lisbon or Surabaya cheaper?
Surabaya is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Surabaya 13.8 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Lisbon worth in Surabaya?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$630/mo in Surabaya using COL adjustment.