City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
New York vs Gothenburg — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
New York
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 82.5 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in New York.
Gothenburg
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 37 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Gothenburg.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | New York | Gothenburg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $628 | $509 | +$119 |
| Groceries | $125 | $189 | $64 |
| Dining Out | $80 | $117 | $37 |
| Transportation | $22 | $52 | $30 |
| Utilities | $51 | $57 | $6 |
| Other / Misc | $94 | $76 | +$18 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
New York
$1,000
per month
Gothenburg equivalent
$448
per month
Only $448/mo in Gothenburg matches $1,000/mo in New York — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in New York on $1,000/month?
Living in New York on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$628 to rent, $125 to groceries, $80 to dining.
Can I live in Gothenburg on $1,000/month?
In Gothenburg, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $509 rent, $189 groceries, $117 dining.
Is New York or Gothenburg cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: New York 82.5 vs Gothenburg 37 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in New York worth in Gothenburg?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in New York equals ~$448/mo in Gothenburg using COL adjustment.