City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Milan vs Wellington — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Milan
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 57 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Milan.
Wellington
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Wellington.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Milan | Wellington | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $861 | $830 | +$31 |
| Groceries | $209 | $253 | $44 |
| Dining Out | $142 | $135 | +$7 |
| Transportation | $24 | $69 | $45 |
| Utilities | $135 | $88 | +$47 |
| Other / Misc | $129 | $125 | +$4 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Milan
$1,500
per month
Wellington equivalent
$1,339
per month
Only $1,339/mo in Wellington matches $1,500/mo in Milan — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Milan on $1,500/month?
Living in Milan on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$861 to rent, $209 to groceries, $142 to dining.
Can I live in Wellington on $1,500/month?
In Wellington, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $830 rent, $253 groceries, $135 dining.
Is Milan or Wellington cheaper?
Wellington is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Milan 57 vs Wellington 50.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Milan worth in Wellington?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Milan equals ~$1,339/mo in Wellington using COL adjustment.