City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Perth vs Medellín — 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.
Medellín
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 19.1 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Medellín.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Perth | Medellín | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $858 | $617 | +$241 |
| Groceries | $230 | $445 | $215 |
| Dining Out | $148 | $189 | $41 |
| Transportation | $54 | $61 | $7 |
| Utilities | $82 | $97 | $15 |
| Other / Misc | $128 | $91 | +$37 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Perth
$1,500
per month
Medellín equivalent
$514
per month
Only $514/mo in Medellín 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 Medellín on $1,500/month?
In Medellín, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $617 rent, $445 groceries, $189 dining.
Is Perth or Medellín cheaper?
Medellín is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Perth 55.7 vs Medellín 19.1 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Perth worth in Medellín?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Perth equals ~$514/mo in Medellín using COL adjustment.