City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Riyadh vs The Hague — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Riyadh
Moderate
COL+Rent: 31.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Riyadh.
The Hague
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in The Hague.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Riyadh | The Hague | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $628 | $860 | $232 |
| Groceries | $408 | $199 | +$209 |
| Dining Out | $219 | $142 | +$77 |
| Transportation | $43 | $58 | $15 |
| Utilities | $108 | $112 | $4 |
| Other / Misc | $94 | $129 | $35 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Riyadh
$1,500
per month
The Hague equivalent
$2,439
per month
You'd need $2,439/mo in The Hague to match $1,500/mo in Riyadh.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Riyadh on $1,500/month?
Living in Riyadh on $1,500/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$628 to rent, $408 to groceries, $219 to dining.
Can I live in The Hague on $1,500/month?
In The Hague, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $860 rent, $199 groceries, $142 dining.
Is Riyadh or The Hague cheaper?
Riyadh is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Riyadh 31.3 vs The Hague 50.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Riyadh worth in The Hague?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Riyadh equals ~$2,439/mo in The Hague using COL adjustment.