City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Perth vs Surabaya — 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)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Perth.
Surabaya
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 13.8 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo comfortably covers expenses in Surabaya.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Perth | Surabaya | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $572 | $437 | +$135 |
| Groceries | $154 | $343 | $189 |
| Dining Out | $98 | $54 | +$44 |
| Transportation | $36 | $20 | +$16 |
| Utilities | $54 | $79 | $25 |
| Other / Misc | $86 | $67 | +$19 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Perth
$1,000
per month
Surabaya equivalent
$248
per month
Only $248/mo in Surabaya matches $1,000/mo in Perth — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Perth on $1,000/month?
Living in Perth on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$572 to rent, $154 to groceries, $98 to dining.
Can I live in Surabaya on $1,000/month?
In Surabaya, $1,000/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $437 rent, $343 groceries, $54 dining.
Is Perth or Surabaya cheaper?
Surabaya is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Perth 55.7 vs Surabaya 13.8 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Perth worth in Surabaya?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Perth equals ~$248/mo in Surabaya using COL adjustment.