City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
London vs Brasília — 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)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in London.
Brasília
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 17.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Brasília.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | London | Brasília | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $906 | $568 | +$338 |
| Groceries | $171 | $427 | $256 |
| Dining Out | $136 | $221 | $85 |
| Transportation | $46 | $88 | $42 |
| Utilities | $105 | $111 | $6 |
| Other / Misc | $136 | $85 | +$51 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
London
$1,500
per month
Brasília equivalent
$368
per month
Only $368/mo in Brasília matches $1,500/mo in London — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in London on $1,500/month?
Living in London on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$906 to rent, $171 to groceries, $136 to dining.
Can I live in Brasília on $1,500/month?
In Brasília, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $568 rent, $427 groceries, $221 dining.
Is London or Brasília cheaper?
Brasília is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: London 72.9 vs Brasília 17.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in London worth in Brasília?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in London equals ~$368/mo in Brasília using COL adjustment.