City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Stockholm vs Brussels — 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.
Brussels
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 54.9 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Brussels.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Brussels | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $581 | $559 | +$22 |
| Groceries | $152 | $145 | +$7 |
| Dining Out | $92 | $97 | $5 |
| Transportation | $42 | $20 | +$22 |
| Utilities | $46 | $94 | $48 |
| Other / Misc | $87 | $85 | +$2 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,000
per month
Brussels equivalent
$1,076
per month
You'd need $1,076/mo in Brussels to match $1,000/mo in Stockholm.
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 Brussels on $1,000/month?
In Brussels, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $559 rent, $145 groceries, $97 dining.
Is Stockholm or Brussels cheaper?
Stockholm is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Brussels 54.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Stockholm worth in Brussels?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$1,076/mo in Brussels using COL adjustment.