City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,000/month?
Stockholm vs Marseille — 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.
Marseille
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 38.4 (NYC=100)
$1,000/mo may not cover basic costs in Marseille.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Marseille | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $581 | $485 | +$96 |
| Groceries | $152 | $195 | $43 |
| Dining Out | $92 | $112 | $20 |
| Transportation | $42 | $41 | +$1 |
| Utilities | $46 | $94 | $48 |
| Other / Misc | $87 | $73 | +$14 |
| Total | $1,000 | $1,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,000
per month
Marseille equivalent
$753
per month
Only $753/mo in Marseille 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 Marseille on $1,000/month?
In Marseille, $1,000/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $485 rent, $195 groceries, $112 dining.
Is Stockholm or Marseille cheaper?
Marseille is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Marseille 38.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,000/mo in Stockholm worth in Marseille?
$1,000/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$753/mo in Marseille using COL adjustment.