City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $2,000/month?
Stockholm vs Wellington — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Stockholm
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 51 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Stockholm.
Wellington
Tight Budget
COL+Rent: 50.9 (NYC=100)
$2,000/mo barely covers basics in Wellington.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Stockholm | Wellington | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $1,162 | $1,107 | +$55 |
| Groceries | $304 | $337 | $33 |
| Dining Out | $183 | $180 | +$3 |
| Transportation | $84 | $93 | $9 |
| Utilities | $92 | $118 | $26 |
| Other / Misc | $175 | $165 | +$10 |
| Total | $2,000 | $2,000 | — |
Purchasing Power
Stockholm
$2,000
per month
Wellington equivalent
$1,996
per month
Only $1,996/mo in Wellington matches $2,000/mo in Stockholm — better value.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Stockholm on $2,000/month?
Living in Stockholm on $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Budget allocates ~$1,162 to rent, $304 to groceries, $183 to dining.
Can I live in Wellington on $2,000/month?
In Wellington, $2,000/mo is rated "Tight Budget". Allocations: $1,107 rent, $337 groceries, $180 dining.
Is Stockholm or Wellington cheaper?
Both cities are similarly priced. COL+Rent: Stockholm 51 vs Wellington 50.9 (NYC=100).
What is $2,000/mo in Stockholm worth in Wellington?
$2,000/mo of purchasing power in Stockholm equals ~$1,996/mo in Wellington using COL adjustment.