City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Stockholm vs Davao — 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.
Davao
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 14 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Davao.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Davao | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $482 | +$390 |
| Groceries | $228 | $548 | $320 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $165 | $28 |
| Transportation | $63 | $27 | +$36 |
| Utilities | $69 | $206 | $137 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $72 | +$59 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
Davao equivalent
$412
per month
Only $412/mo in Davao 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 Davao on $1,500/month?
In Davao, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $482 rent, $548 groceries, $165 dining.
Is Stockholm or Davao cheaper?
Davao is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Davao 14 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in Davao?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$412/mo in Davao using COL adjustment.