City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Stockholm vs Seattle — 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.
Seattle
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 67.7 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Seattle.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Seattle | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $932 | $60 |
| Groceries | $228 | $193 | +$35 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $123 | +$14 |
| Transportation | $63 | $34 | +$29 |
| Utilities | $69 | $78 | $9 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $140 | $9 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
Seattle equivalent
$1,991
per month
You'd need $1,991/mo in Seattle 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 Seattle on $1,500/month?
In Seattle, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $932 rent, $193 groceries, $123 dining.
Is Stockholm or Seattle cheaper?
Stockholm is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Seattle 67.7 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in Seattle?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$1,991/mo in Seattle using COL adjustment.