City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Stockholm vs The Hague — 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.
The Hague
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in The Hague.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | The Hague | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $860 | +$12 |
| Groceries | $228 | $199 | +$29 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $142 | $5 |
| Transportation | $63 | $58 | +$5 |
| Utilities | $69 | $112 | $43 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $129 | +$2 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
The Hague equivalent
$1,497
per month
Only $1,497/mo in The Hague 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 The Hague on $1,500/month?
In The Hague, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $860 rent, $199 groceries, $142 dining.
Is Stockholm or The Hague cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs The Hague 50.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in The Hague?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$1,497/mo in The Hague using COL adjustment.