City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Stockholm vs Gothenburg — 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.
Gothenburg
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 37 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Gothenburg.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Gothenburg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $581 | $509 | +$72 |
| Groceries | $152 | $189 | $37 |
| Dining Out | $92 | $117 | $25 |
| Transportation | $42 | $52 | $10 |
| Utilities | $46 | $57 | $11 |
| Other / Misc | $87 | $76 | +$11 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,000
per month
Gothenburg equivalent
$725
per month
Only $725/mo in Gothenburg matches $1,000/mo in Stockholm — better value.
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 Gothenburg on $1,000/month?
In Gothenburg, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $509 rent, $189 groceries, $117 dining.
Is Stockholm or Gothenburg cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Gothenburg 37 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Stockholm worth in Gothenburg?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$725/mo in Gothenburg using COL adjustment.