City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/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)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Stockholm.
Bergen
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Bergen.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Bergen | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $727 | +$145 |
| Groceries | $228 | $328 | $100 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $179 | $42 |
| Transportation | $63 | $51 | +$12 |
| Utilities | $69 | $106 | $37 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $109 | +$22 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
Bergen equivalent
$1,485
per month
Only $1,485/mo in Bergen matches $1,500/mo in Stockholm — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Stockholm on $1,500/month?
Living in Stockholm on $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Budget allocates ~$872 to rent, $228 to groceries, $137 to dining.
Can I live in Bergen on $1,500/month?
In Bergen, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $727 rent, $328 groceries, $179 dining.
Is Stockholm or Bergen cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Bergen 50.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in Bergen?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$1,485/mo in Bergen using COL adjustment.