City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Stockholm vs Jeddah — 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.
Jeddah
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 27 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Jeddah.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Jeddah | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $601 | +$271 |
| Groceries | $228 | $428 | $200 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $223 | $86 |
| Transportation | $63 | $45 | +$18 |
| Utilities | $69 | $113 | $44 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $90 | +$41 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
Jeddah equivalent
$794
per month
Only $794/mo in Jeddah 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 Jeddah on $1,500/month?
In Jeddah, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $601 rent, $428 groceries, $223 dining.
Is Stockholm or Jeddah cheaper?
Jeddah is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Jeddah 27 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in Jeddah?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$794/mo in Jeddah using COL adjustment.