City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/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)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Stockholm.
Marseille
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 38.4 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Marseille.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Marseille | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $728 | +$144 |
| Groceries | $228 | $293 | $65 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $168 | $31 |
| Transportation | $63 | $61 | +$2 |
| Utilities | $69 | $141 | $72 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $109 | +$22 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
Marseille equivalent
$1,129
per month
Only $1,129/mo in Marseille 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 Marseille on $1,500/month?
In Marseille, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $728 rent, $293 groceries, $168 dining.
Is Stockholm or Marseille cheaper?
Marseille is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Marseille 38.4 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in Marseille?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$1,129/mo in Marseille using COL adjustment.