City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
London vs Delhi — 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.
Delhi
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 20.6 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Delhi.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | London | Delhi | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $906 | $768 | +$138 |
| Groceries | $171 | $293 | $122 |
| Dining Out | $136 | $199 | $63 |
| Transportation | $46 | $33 | +$13 |
| Utilities | $105 | $91 | +$14 |
| Other / Misc | $136 | $116 | +$20 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
London
$1,500
per month
Delhi equivalent
$424
per month
Only $424/mo in Delhi 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 Delhi on $1,500/month?
In Delhi, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $768 rent, $293 groceries, $199 dining.
Is London or Delhi cheaper?
Delhi is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: London 72.9 vs Delhi 20.6 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in London worth in Delhi?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in London equals ~$424/mo in Delhi using COL adjustment.