City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Medellín vs London — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Medellín
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 19.1 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Medellín.
London
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 72.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in London.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Medellín | London | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $617 | $906 | $289 |
| Groceries | $445 | $171 | +$274 |
| Dining Out | $189 | $136 | +$53 |
| Transportation | $61 | $46 | +$15 |
| Utilities | $97 | $105 | $8 |
| Other / Misc | $91 | $136 | $45 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Medellín
$1,500
per month
London equivalent
$5,725
per month
You'd need $5,725/mo in London to match $1,500/mo in Medellín.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Medellín on $1,500/month?
Living in Medellín on $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Budget allocates ~$617 to rent, $445 to groceries, $189 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 Medellín or London cheaper?
Medellín is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Medellín 19.1 vs London 72.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Medellín worth in London?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Medellín equals ~$5,725/mo in London using COL adjustment.