City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Singapore vs Jeddah — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Singapore
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 77.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Singapore.
Jeddah
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Jeddah.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Singapore | Jeddah | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,039 | $601 | +$438 |
| Groceries | $158 | $428 | $270 |
| Dining Out | $51 | $223 | $172 |
| Transportation | $33 | $45 | $12 |
| Utilities | $64 | $113 | $49 |
| Other / Misc | $155 | $90 | +$65 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Singapore
$1,500
per month
Jeddah equivalent
$523
per month
Only $523/mo in Jeddah matches $1,500/mo in Singapore — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Singapore on $1,500/month?
Living in Singapore on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$1,039 to rent, $158 to groceries, $51 to dining.
Can I live in Jeddah on $1,500/month?
In Jeddah, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $601 rent, $428 groceries, $223 dining.
Is Singapore or Jeddah cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Singapore 77.4 vs Jeddah 27 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Singapore worth in Jeddah?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Singapore equals ~$523/mo in Jeddah using COL adjustment.