City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Stockholm vs Mexico City — 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.
Mexico City
Moderate
COL+Rent: 34.8 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo covers essentials with some leisure in Mexico City.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Mexico City | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $841 | +$31 |
| Groceries | $228 | $279 | $51 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $159 | $22 |
| Transportation | $63 | $29 | +$34 |
| Utilities | $69 | $65 | +$4 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $127 | +$4 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
Mexico City equivalent
$1,024
per month
Only $1,024/mo in Mexico City 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 Mexico City on $1,500/month?
In Mexico City, $1,500/mo is rated "Moderate". Allocations: $841 rent, $279 groceries, $159 dining.
Is Stockholm or Mexico City cheaper?
Mexico City is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Mexico City 34.8 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in Mexico City?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$1,024/mo in Mexico City using COL adjustment.