City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Lisbon vs Vancouver — 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.
Vancouver
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 63.1 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Vancouver.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Lisbon | Vancouver | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $892 | $930 | $38 |
| Groceries | $208 | $193 | +$15 |
| Dining Out | $135 | $120 | +$15 |
| Transportation | $34 | $44 | $10 |
| Utilities | $98 | $75 | +$23 |
| Other / Misc | $133 | $138 | $5 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Lisbon
$1,500
per month
Vancouver equivalent
$2,161
per month
You'd need $2,161/mo in Vancouver 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 Vancouver on $1,500/month?
In Vancouver, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $930 rent, $193 groceries, $120 dining.
Is Lisbon or Vancouver cheaper?
Lisbon is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Lisbon 43.8 vs Vancouver 63.1 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Lisbon worth in Vancouver?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Lisbon equals ~$2,161/mo in Vancouver using COL adjustment.