City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Marseille vs London — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Marseille
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 38.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Marseille.
London
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in London.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Marseille | London | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $728 | $906 | $178 |
| Groceries | $293 | $171 | +$122 |
| Dining Out | $168 | $136 | +$32 |
| Transportation | $61 | $46 | +$15 |
| Utilities | $141 | $105 | +$36 |
| Other / Misc | $109 | $136 | $27 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Marseille
$1,500
per month
London equivalent
$2,848
per month
You'd need $2,848/mo in London to match $1,500/mo in Marseille.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Marseille on $1,500/month?
Living in Marseille on $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$728 to rent, $293 to groceries, $168 to dining.
Can I live in London on $1,500/month?
In London, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $906 rent, $171 groceries, $136 dining.
Is Marseille or London cheaper?
Marseille is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Marseille 38.4 vs London 72.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Marseille worth in London?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Marseille equals ~$2,848/mo in London using COL adjustment.