City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs The Hague — 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.
The Hague
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in The Hague.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | The Hague | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $860 | +$32 |
| Groceries | $208 | $199 | +$9 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $142 | $7 |
| Transportation | $34 | $58 | $24 |
| Utilities | $98 | $112 | $14 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $129 | +$4 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
The Hague equivalent
$1,743
per month
You'd need $1,743/mo in The Hague 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 The Hague on $1,500/month?
In The Hague, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $860 rent, $199 groceries, $142 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 $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in The Hague?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$1,743/mo in The Hague using COL adjustment.