City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Stockholm vs New York — 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.
New York
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 82.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in New York.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | New York | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $942 | $70 |
| Groceries | $228 | $188 | +$40 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $120 | +$17 |
| Transportation | $63 | $33 | +$30 |
| Utilities | $69 | $76 | $7 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $141 | $10 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
New York equivalent
$2,426
per month
You'd need $2,426/mo in New York 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 New York on $1,500/month?
In New York, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $942 rent, $188 groceries, $120 dining.
Is Stockholm or New York cheaper?
Stockholm is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs New York 82.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in New York?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$2,426/mo in New York using COL adjustment.