City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Stockholm vs Vienna — 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.
Vienna
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 55.3 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Vienna.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Vienna | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $760 | +$112 |
| Groceries | $228 | $301 | $73 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $148 | $11 |
| Transportation | $63 | $38 | +$25 |
| Utilities | $69 | $138 | $69 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $115 | +$16 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
Vienna equivalent
$1,626
per month
You'd need $1,626/mo in Vienna 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 Vienna on $1,500/month?
In Vienna, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $760 rent, $301 groceries, $148 dining.
Is Stockholm or Vienna cheaper?
Stockholm is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Vienna 55.3 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in Vienna?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$1,626/mo in Vienna using COL adjustment.