City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Perth vs Jeddah — 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.
Jeddah
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Jeddah.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Perth | Jeddah | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $858 | $601 | +$257 |
| Groceries | $230 | $428 | $198 |
| Dining Out | $148 | $223 | $75 |
| Transportation | $54 | $45 | +$9 |
| Utilities | $82 | $113 | $31 |
| Other / Misc | $128 | $90 | +$38 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Perth
$1,500
per month
Jeddah equivalent
$727
per month
Only $727/mo in Jeddah 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 Jeddah on $1,500/month?
In Jeddah, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $601 rent, $428 groceries, $223 dining.
Is Perth or Jeddah cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Perth 55.7 vs Jeddah 27 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Perth worth in Jeddah?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Perth equals ~$727/mo in Jeddah using COL adjustment.