City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
London vs Surabaya — 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.
Surabaya
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 13.8 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Surabaya.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | London | Surabaya | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,208 | $875 | +$333 |
| Groceries | $228 | $687 | $459 |
| Dining Out | $182 | $108 | +$74 |
| Transportation | $61 | $41 | +$20 |
| Utilities | $140 | $158 | $18 |
| Other / Misc | $181 | $131 | +$50 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
London
$2,000
per month
Surabaya equivalent
$379
per month
Only $379/mo in Surabaya 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 Surabaya on $2,000/month?
In Surabaya, $2,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $875 rent, $687 groceries, $108 dining.
Is London or Surabaya cheaper?
Surabaya is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: London 72.9 vs Surabaya 13.8 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in London worth in Surabaya?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in London equals ~$379/mo in Surabaya using COL adjustment.