City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
London vs Dublin — 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.
Dublin
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 77.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Dublin.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | London | Dublin | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $906 | $984 | $78 |
| Groceries | $171 | $148 | +$23 |
| Dining Out | $136 | $101 | +$35 |
| Transportation | $46 | $40 | +$6 |
| Utilities | $105 | $79 | +$26 |
| Other / Misc | $136 | $148 | $12 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
London
$1,500
per month
Dublin equivalent
$1,595
per month
You'd need $1,595/mo in Dublin to match $1,500/mo in London.
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 Dublin on $1,500/month?
In Dublin, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $984 rent, $148 groceries, $101 dining.
Is London or Dublin cheaper?
London is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: London 72.9 vs Dublin 77.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in London worth in Dublin?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in London equals ~$1,595/mo in Dublin using COL adjustment.