City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Stockholm vs Milan — 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.
Milan
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 57 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Milan.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Milan | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $861 | +$11 |
| Groceries | $228 | $209 | +$19 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $142 | $5 |
| Transportation | $63 | $24 | +$39 |
| Utilities | $69 | $135 | $66 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $129 | +$2 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
Milan equivalent
$1,676
per month
You'd need $1,676/mo in Milan to match $1,500/mo in Stockholm.
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 Milan on $1,500/month?
In Milan, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $861 rent, $209 groceries, $142 dining.
Is Stockholm or Milan cheaper?
Stockholm is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Milan 57 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in Milan?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$1,676/mo in Milan using COL adjustment.