City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Perth vs Antwerp — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Perth
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 55.7 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Perth.
Antwerp
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 42.2 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Antwerp.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Perth | Antwerp | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $858 | $767 | +$91 |
| Groceries | $230 | $249 | $19 |
| Dining Out | $148 | $173 | $25 |
| Transportation | $54 | $35 | +$19 |
| Utilities | $82 | $162 | $80 |
| Other / Misc | $128 | $114 | +$14 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Perth
$1,500
per month
Antwerp equivalent
$1,136
per month
Only $1,136/mo in Antwerp matches $1,500/mo in Perth — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Perth on $1,500/month?
Living in Perth on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$858 to rent, $230 to groceries, $148 to dining.
Can I live in Antwerp on $1,500/month?
In Antwerp, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $767 rent, $249 groceries, $173 dining.
Is Perth or Antwerp cheaper?
Antwerp is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Perth 55.7 vs Antwerp 42.2 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Perth worth in Antwerp?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Perth equals ~$1,136/mo in Antwerp using COL adjustment.