City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Seoul vs Stockholm — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Seoul
Moderate
COL+Rent: 49.5 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Seoul.
Stockholm
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 51 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Stockholm.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Seoul | Stockholm | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $898 | $1,162 | $264 |
| Groceries | $602 | $304 | +$298 |
| Dining Out | $148 | $183 | $35 |
| Transportation | $57 | $84 | $27 |
| Utilities | $160 | $92 | +$68 |
| Other / Misc | $135 | $175 | $40 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Seoul
$2,000
per month
Stockholm equivalent
$2,061
per month
You'd need $2,061/mo in Stockholm to match $2,000/mo in Seoul.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Seoul on $2,000/month?
Living in Seoul on $2,000/mo is rated "Moderate". Budget allocates ~$898 to rent, $602 to groceries, $148 to dining.
Can I live in Stockholm on $2,000/month?
In Stockholm, $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $1,162 rent, $304 groceries, $183 dining.
Is Seoul or Stockholm cheaper?
Seoul is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Seoul 49.5 vs Stockholm 51 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Seoul worth in Stockholm?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Seoul equals ~$2,061/mo in Stockholm using COL adjustment.