City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Stockholm vs Bergen — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Stockholm
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 51 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Stockholm.
Bergen
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.5 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Bergen.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Bergen | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $581 | $485 | +$96 |
| Groceries | $152 | $219 | $67 |
| Dining Out | $92 | $120 | $28 |
| Transportation | $42 | $34 | +$8 |
| Utilities | $46 | $71 | $25 |
| Other / Misc | $87 | $71 | +$16 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,000
per month
Bergen equivalent
$990
per month
Only $990/mo in Bergen matches $1,000/mo in Stockholm — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Stockholm on $1,000/month?
Living in Stockholm on $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$581 to rent, $152 to groceries, $92 to dining.
Can I live in Bergen on $1,000/month?
In Bergen, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $485 rent, $219 groceries, $120 dining.
Is Stockholm or Bergen cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Bergen 50.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Stockholm worth in Bergen?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$990/mo in Bergen using COL adjustment.