City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Stockholm vs Wellington — 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.
Wellington
Likely Insufficient
COL+Rent: 50.9 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo may not cover basic costs in Wellington.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Wellington | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $872 | $830 | +$42 |
| Groceries | $228 | $253 | $25 |
| Dining Out | $137 | $135 | +$2 |
| Transportation | $63 | $69 | $6 |
| Utilities | $69 | $88 | $19 |
| Other / Misc | $131 | $125 | +$6 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$1,500
per month
Wellington equivalent
$1,497
per month
Only $1,497/mo in Wellington 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 Wellington on $1,500/month?
In Wellington, $1,500/mo is rated "Likely Insufficient". Allocations: $830 rent, $253 groceries, $135 dining.
Is Stockholm or Wellington cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Wellington 50.9 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Stockholm worth in Wellington?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$1,497/mo in Wellington using COL adjustment.