City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Lisbon vs The Hague — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Lisbon
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 43.8 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Lisbon.
The Hague
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.9 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in The Hague.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | The Hague | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $595 | $574 | +$21 |
| Groceries | $139 | $133 | +$6 |
| Dining Out | $90 | $95 | $5 |
| Transportation | $23 | $39 | $16 |
| Utilities | $65 | $74 | $9 |
| Other / Misc | $88 | $85 | +$3 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,000
per month
The Hague equivalent
$1,162
per month
You'd need $1,162/mo in The Hague to match $1,000/mo in Lisbon.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Lisbon on $1,000/month?
Living in Lisbon on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$595 to rent, $139 to groceries, $90 to dining.
Can I live in The Hague on $1,000/month?
In The Hague, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $574 rent, $133 groceries, $95 dining.
Is Lisbon or The Hague cheaper?
Lisbon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs The Hague 50.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Lisbon worth in The Hague?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$1,162/mo in The Hague using COL adjustment.