City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Stockholm vs Tokyo — 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.
Tokyo
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 41.5 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo barely covers basics in Tokyo.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Tokyo | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $725 | +$147 |
| Groceries | $228 | $316 | $88 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $107 | +$30 |
| Transportation | $63 | $63 | $0 |
| Utilities | $69 | $180 | $111 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $109 | +$22 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
Tokyo equivalent
$1,221
per month
Only $1,221/mo in Tokyo 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 Tokyo on $1,500/month?
In Tokyo, $1,500/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $725 rent, $316 groceries, $107 dining.
Is Stockholm or Tokyo cheaper?
Tokyo is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Tokyo 41.5 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in Tokyo?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$1,221/mo in Tokyo using COL adjustment.