City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $3,000/month?
Perth vs Graz — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Perth
Moderate
COL+Rent: 55.7 (NYC=100)
$3,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Perth.
Graz
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 39.4 (NYC=100)
$3,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Graz.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Perth | Graz | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,715 | $1,359 | +$356 |
| Groceries | $461 | $693 | $232 |
| Dining Out | $295 | $337 | $42 |
| Transportation | $108 | $88 | +$20 |
| Utilities | $163 | $318 | $155 |
| Other / Misc | $258 | $205 | +$53 |
| Total | $3,000 | $3,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Perth
$3,000
per month
Graz equivalent
$2,122
per month
Only $2,122/mo in Graz matches $3,000/mo in Perth — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Perth on $3,000/month?
Living in Perth on $3,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$1,715 to rent, $461 to groceries, $295 to dining.
Can I live in Graz on $3,000/month?
In Graz, $3,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $1,359 rent, $693 groceries, $337 dining.
Is Perth or Graz cheaper?
Graz is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Perth 55.7 vs Graz 39.4 (NYC=100).
What is $3,000/mo in Perth worth in Graz?
$3,000/mo of purchasing power in Perth equals ~$2,122/mo in Graz using COL adjustment.