City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Stockholm vs Geneva — 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.
Geneva
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 89.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Geneva.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Geneva | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $841 | +$31 |
| Groceries | $228 | $262 | $34 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $154 | $17 |
| Transportation | $63 | $33 | +$30 |
| Utilities | $69 | $84 | $15 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $126 | +$5 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
Geneva equivalent
$2,629
per month
You'd need $2,629/mo in Geneva to match $1,500/mo in Stockholm.
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 Geneva on $1,500/month?
In Geneva, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $841 rent, $262 groceries, $154 dining.
Is Stockholm or Geneva cheaper?
Stockholm is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Geneva 89.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in Geneva?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$2,629/mo in Geneva using COL adjustment.