City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Rome vs Krakow — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Rome
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 48.6 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Rome.
Krakow
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Krakow.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Rome | Krakow | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $832 | $682 | +$150 |
| Groceries | $226 | $283 | $57 |
| Dining Out | $148 | $193 | $45 |
| Transportation | $25 | $38 | $13 |
| Utilities | $145 | $202 | $57 |
| Other / Misc | $124 | $102 | +$22 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Rome
$1,500
per month
Krakow equivalent
$846
per month
Only $846/mo in Krakow matches $1,500/mo in Rome — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Rome on $1,500/month?
Living in Rome on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$832 to rent, $226 to groceries, $148 to dining.
Can I live in Krakow on $1,500/month?
In Krakow, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $682 rent, $283 groceries, $193 dining.
Is Rome or Krakow cheaper?
Krakow is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Rome 48.6 vs Krakow 27.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Rome worth in Krakow?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Rome equals ~$846/mo in Krakow using COL adjustment.