City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
London vs Bergen — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
London
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in London.
Bergen
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.5 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Bergen.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | London | Bergen | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $604 | $485 | +$119 |
| Groceries | $114 | $219 | $105 |
| Dining Out | $91 | $120 | $29 |
| Transportation | $31 | $34 | $3 |
| Utilities | $70 | $71 | $1 |
| Other / Misc | $90 | $71 | +$19 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
London
$1,000
per month
Bergen equivalent
$693
per month
Only $693/mo in Bergen matches $1,000/mo in London — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in London on $1,000/month?
Living in London on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$604 to rent, $114 to groceries, $91 to dining.
Can I live in Bergen on $1,000/month?
In Bergen, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $485 rent, $219 groceries, $120 dining.
Is London or Bergen cheaper?
Bergen is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: London 72.9 vs Bergen 50.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in London worth in Bergen?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in London equals ~$693/mo in Bergen using COL adjustment.