City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/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)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Stockholm.
Gothenburg
Moderate
COL+Rent: 37 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Gothenburg.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Gothenburg | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $763 | +$109 |
| Groceries | $228 | $283 | $55 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $175 | $38 |
| Transportation | $63 | $78 | $15 |
| Utilities | $69 | $86 | $17 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $115 | +$16 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
Gothenburg equivalent
$1,088
per month
Only $1,088/mo in Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg on $1,500/month?
In Gothenburg, $1,500/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $763 rent, $283 groceries, $175 dining.
Is Stockholm or Gothenburg cheaper?
Gothenburg is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Gothenburg 37 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in Gothenburg?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$1,088/mo in Gothenburg using COL adjustment.