City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Stockholm vs Cebu — 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.
Cebu
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 15.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Cebu.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Cebu | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $511 | +$361 |
| Groceries | $228 | $538 | $310 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $149 | $12 |
| Transportation | $63 | $25 | +$38 |
| Utilities | $69 | $201 | $132 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $76 | +$55 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
Cebu equivalent
$456
per month
Only $456/mo in Cebu 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 Cebu on $1,500/month?
In Cebu, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $511 rent, $538 groceries, $149 dining.
Is Stockholm or Cebu cheaper?
Cebu is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Cebu 15.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in Cebu?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$456/mo in Cebu using COL adjustment.