City Budget Comparison
Can You Live on $1,500/month?
Surabaya vs Hyderabad — Budget Breakdown
Numbeo 2026 country rankings (cost indices) and OECD 2025 PPP rates · April 2026
Feasibility
Surabaya
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 13.8 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Surabaya.
Hyderabad
Comfortable
COL+Rent: 18.8 (NYC=100)
$1,500/mo comfortably covers expenses in Hyderabad.
Budget Breakdown
| Category | Surabaya | Hyderabad | Diff |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rent (avg 1BR) | $656 | $753 | $97 |
| Groceries | $515 | $314 | +$201 |
| Dining Out | $81 | $188 | $107 |
| Transportation | $31 | $35 | $4 |
| Utilities | $119 | $97 | +$22 |
| Other / Misc | $98 | $113 | $15 |
| Total | $1,500 | $1,500 | — |
Purchasing Power
Surabaya
$1,500
per month
Hyderabad equivalent
$2,043
per month
You'd need $2,043/mo in Hyderabad to match $1,500/mo in Surabaya.
Other Budget Levels
FAQ
Can I live in Surabaya on $1,500/month?
Living in Surabaya on $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Budget allocates ~$656 to rent, $515 to groceries, $81 to dining.
Can I live in Hyderabad on $1,500/month?
In Hyderabad, $1,500/mo is rated "Comfortable". Allocations: $753 rent, $314 groceries, $188 dining.
Is Surabaya or Hyderabad cheaper?
Surabaya is generally cheaper. COL+Rent: Surabaya 13.8 vs Hyderabad 18.8 (NYC=100).
What is $1,500/mo in Surabaya worth in Hyderabad?
$1,500/mo of purchasing power in Surabaya equals ~$2,043/mo in Hyderabad using COL adjustment.