City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
London vs Stockholm — 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)
$2,000/mo may not cover basic costs in London.
Stockholm
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 51 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Stockholm.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | London | Stockholm | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,208 | $1,162 | +$46 |
| Groceries | $228 | $304 | $76 |
| Dining Out | $182 | $183 | $1 |
| Transportation | $61 | $84 | $23 |
| Utilities | $140 | $92 | +$48 |
| Other / Misc | $181 | $175 | +$6 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
London
$2,000
per month
Stockholm equivalent
$1,399
per month
Only $1,399/mo in Stockholm matches $2,000/mo in London — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in London on $2,000/month?
Living in London on $2,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$1,208 to rent, $228 to groceries, $182 to dining.
Can I live in Stockholm on $2,000/month?
In Stockholm, $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $1,162 rent, $304 groceries, $183 dining.
Is London or Stockholm cheaper?
Stockholm is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: London 72.9 vs Stockholm 51 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in London worth in Stockholm?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in London equals ~$1,399/mo in Stockholm using COL adjustment.